What Is Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (CTR)?
Also known as median nerve decompression, this is an endoscopic surgical technique to relieve the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome.
What Is The Indication?
Endoscopic Carpel Tunnel Release surgery is indicated to relieve the pain and discomfort of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS).
Am I A Candidate for Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release??
You may be a good candidate for endoscopic CTR surgery if you have:
- Severe symptoms of CTS
- Failed anti-inflammatory drug therapy or other non-surgical techniques
- Motor weakness/motor latency
What Does The Surgery Involve?
A small incision (1/2 in.) is made in the wrist, and an endoscope is inserted. The surgical instruments are passed through the endoscope. The carpal ligament is released, freeing pressure on the median nerve.
What Are The Advantages Of Surgery?
Los Angeles Endoscopic CTR Surgery removes the pressure on the median nerve, which causes the pain and discomfort. The solution is permanent, unlike medication treatments or other conservative approaches, which have usually proven futile by this time.
Endoscopic techniques are minimally invasive and thus the patient experiences less pain, smaller scars, and faster recovery. Unlike with an open decompression technique, there is no large incision.
How Long Does It Take?
15-60 minutes.
How Many Treatments Are Required?
One.
When Will I See Results?
There is usually a fairly immediate relief from discomfort, as the pressure has been relieved by the surgery.
What Are My Alternatives?
- Anti-inflammatory drugs
- Open CTR surgery
Will I Have Pain?
Anesthetic is used during the procedure, so pain should be not be a major issue, but there may be a small amount of postoperative pain. This is less of an issue in the endoscopic procedure because of the smaller incision site. Pain is usually managed well with prescription or over-the counter analgesics.
When Can I Go Back To Work Or School?
Who Will Perform My Treatment?
The surgery will be performed by one of our highly-trained specialists in the field.
How Much Does It Cost?
Please call TopSurgeons at (800) 506-8084 for more information.
Will My Insurance Cover Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery?
Most insurance companies cover this procedure. However, you should check with your insurance company to determine whether or not this procedure is covered.
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