Surgery (Carpal Tunnel Release)

Carpal tunnel release surgery is a procedure to relieve pressure on the median nerve in your wrist, which can cause numbness, tingling, and weakness in your hand. During the surgery, the surgeon makes a small incision in your wrist or palm and cuts through the transverse carpal ligament, which is a band of tissue pressing on the nerve. This creates more space in the carpal tunnel, reducing nerve compression. The goal is to restore normal hand function and decrease symptoms. The procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia and has a high success rate with proper recovery.