Carpal Tunnel Release in Pune

After your carpal tunnel release surgery, your orthopedic surgeon may recommend you to follow certain postoperative tips for a smooth and speedy recovery and to avoid any complications. Tips for postoperative care after carpal tunnel surgery are-

• Elevate your hand above heart level, this will help reduce swelling.
• Wear a splint at night
• Use ice packs at the surgical area
• Keep the surgical area clean and dry and cover your hand with plastic wrap when bathing.
• Regular physiotherapy to restore wrist strength.
• Eat a healthy diet
• Do not smoke as smoking will hamper healing

Most health insurance companies cover the cost of carpal tunnel release surgery and provide up to full coverage. We have a dedicated team for hassle-free insurance approvals of our patients. You can also avail our No-Cost EMI Option in case you need assistance with finances for the surgery.

• Minimum cost of Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery in Pune- INR 40,000
• Maximum cost of Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery in Pune- INR 60,000

There are several factors that can influence the cost of your carpal tunnel release surgery, including, general fee of the surgeon performing the surgery, type of anesthesia administered and if the city where the surgery is being performed. You can get in touch with our team to get an estimated cost of carpal tunnel surgery in Pune.

Rarely, complications may arise due to prolonged use of non-operative treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome. Taking anti-inflammatory or pain medications may cause an upset stomach, or with prolonged use, it may develop an ulcer. However, more significant risks might be associated with the steroid injection for carpal tunnel.

The median nerve is one of the three major nerves in the hand and forearm. It passes through the carpal tunnel and receives sensations from the fingers of the hand.

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a progressive condition that needs medical treatment based on the severity of the condition, backed by a detailed diagnosis. Homeopathic medicine for carpal tunnel syndrome can provide temporary relief from the symptoms but that typically lasts until the medication is continued. Clinical trials and research do not support the effectiveness of homeopathic medicine for carpal tunnel syndrome.

Open surgery for CTS requires a long incision of 2 inches. However, endoscopic carpal tunnel release surgery, which is a less invasive technique to release pressure off the median vein requires two small incisions of about ½ an inch each.

Carpal tunnel syndrome affects the hand and wrist. Carpal tunnel pain is usually felt worse in the thumb, index and middle fingers. Severe CTS can cause pain in the whole hand. The patient may also have pain running up the arm to the shoulder and neck. In some cases, CTS can affect both hands, which can cause symptoms and pain in both the hands.

Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by compression of the median nerve. Pregnant women and people with conditions like diabetes, osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis, underactive thyroid, and certain forms of amyloidosis are at increased risk of developing CTS.

People who indulge in repetitive forceful movements involving the wrist and people who use computer keyboards with improper positioning of the hand are also at a risk of CTS. Prolonged exposure to vibrations (such as by using some power tools) is also believed to cause carpal tunnel syndrome. However, in some cases, the cause of CTS cannot be determined.

Driving is not recommended for about 1 to 2 weeks after carpal tunnel surgery.

To relieve the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome, an orthopedic doctor performs a surgery. The goal of carpal tunnel surgery is to reduce pain, swelling and pressure on the median nerve. This surgery is performed in a hospital operating room under the influence of general or local anaesthesia on an outpatient basis.