A blade at the end of the device is used to cut the transverse carpal ligament. The technique allows visualization of the blade and ligament at all times. Sooner The carpal tunnel surgery is performed under local anesthesia without sedation, eliminating the need for the patient to spend time in the recovery room. Patients leave the same-day surgery area with a light dressing and are unrestricted in their activities. It's preferable that they are active post-op.
Recovery is quicker.
In mild and moderate cases of carpal tunnel, Dr. Thomson is often able to avoid surgery. Naturally, I take a conservative non-surgical approach whenever possible. For those individuals whose condition causes severe pain or alters life style or work abilities, surgery is then recommended. Many of Dr. Thomson's patients have had an open carpal tunnel release on one wrist in prior years, and for the second wrist are experiencing the minimally invasive method. They tell me they appreciate having the smaller dressing, less pain and increased function during their recovery period.