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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Step-By-Step

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Updated December 12, 2006

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Step 8 of 8 - Surgical Treatment of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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When conservative treatments fail, surgical decompression of the tunnel by release of the transverse carpal ligament and removal of tissue compressing the median nerve can be beneficial. Carpal tunnel release is one of the most common surgical procedures in the United States.

The procedure is generally recommended if symptoms persist for 6 months. Even after surgery though, symptoms may recur. It is important to treat carpal tunnel syndrome. Left untreated, there may be permanent nerve or muscle damage.

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    • Source: NIH Publication No 03-4898

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