Carpal tunnel released... now what? The Mid-levels (Nurse practitioners and Physicians Assistants at Kansas City Bone & Joint have combined efforts to give the top ten “need to know tips” after carpal tunnel surgery.
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Carpal tunnel release is typically performed outpatient (meaning you go home the same day) under local anesthesia. During surgery, a cut is made in your palm. The transverse carpal ligament at the carpal tunnel is divided.
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You have been diagnosed with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Now what do you do? There are several non-operative treatments that can be considered before pursuing a surgical option. Your surgeon will discuss what is specifically right for you.
Do I have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Your provider will obtain a detailed history, examination, along with possible x-rays to rule out arthritis or bony abnormalities but the most common test to determine if you have carpal tunnel syndrome is the EMG/NCV test.
In May of 2013, Dr. Atul Patel co-authored two articles in the Journal of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. The first article, Electromyography and Anticouagulation, was written with Dr. Andrea Boon, MD from the Mayo Clinic and Dr...
No Personal Computer? You can still use our Patient Portal and Website! Not everyone has a home computer, laptop, or tablet available for their use. The good news is, if you have a friend or relative offer to let you use theirs, or even a library card,...
Numb fingers while driving? Tingling in the hands and fingers waking you up during the night? Aching and pain in the hand? All can be symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition diagnosed when...
You are recovering from an injury and your doctor has just given you clearance to begin running again. Here is an easy way to phase back into running. The total distance is always 2 miles for this program. Begin by walking 2 miles or 8 laps on a ¼ mile track...
