I just had a bilateral carpel tunnel release (endoscopic) procedure. My major concern going into this was that I would not be able to take care of myself ... all of the basic, routine, things we HAVE to do. My doctor really under-played that factor: I was unable to dress myself, brushing my teeth was difficult and you can guess the rest. I am 4 days out right now. That numbing agent wore off in a few hours and although I thought I wouldn't need that prescription pain reliever, I found that I needed all that was prescribed. I have no regrets about having the procedure, I have been living with the condition for 30 years now. I just would have appreciated more truthful expectations on what difficulties I would have if I elected to have both wrists done at the same time. Thanks for your video. I've just subscribed to your channel.
Thank You Lara for your Very Informative, Comprehensive and Reassuring presentation! It is Very Well Done! From Preparation before and What to do After! It has Eased my Anxiety about All that is involved in this Operation. I will be watching it again and again till and after my Op day.
I had carpal tunnel release on my dominant hand 7 months ago. I never had any pain. It was simply awkward relying on my non-dominant hand. My normal exercise activity, prior to this was to do the following 5 days a week (25 minutes walking on treadmill, 25 minutes on the elliptical and swimming 500 meters). I was able to resume treadmill and elliptical on week 3 and swimming on week 4 (covering suture spot with a waterproof bandage), without any discomfort. Recently I had carpal tunnel release on my non-dominant hand. Again, I never had any pain and after 48 hours, found it easy to handle normal self-care functions. These were much easier, because I had full use of my dominant hand. Beginning week 2, I was able to resume treadmill and elliptical routine each day, avoiding any stress on the non-dominant hand. At end of week 2 the bandages and sutures were removed, simply covering with a fabric band-aid (except with bathing). Mobility of fingers and hand is virtually normal, as long as there's nothing stressful. I feel like I could easily resume swimming (with suture spot covered in waterproof band-aid), but will wait until week 4, at the encouragement of doctor. It is definitely easier, having carpal tunnel on a non-dominant hand.
Wow, i have an appointment for the surgery in 2 weeks in my right hands. Im kind of stress . I wonder if it is worth it . I. I'm so confused. I'm not sure what to do
My right thumb had lost the sense of touch, making it hard to button things, as I could not feel the button. My surgery was painless and, after 10 days of healing, touch came back to my thumb. It was my dominant hand, so I did find it awkward depending on my left had during the 10 days of healing, before bandages was removed. That is the only challenge. Hint, Walmart sells disposable food handling gloves, 120 for under $2. They were great for covering my hand for showering, closing the glove with a rubber band. I could also use when cooking in kitchen. @@natalielefebvre1628
Hey Lara, I see you haven’t posted in a while but I wanted you to know that your videos have been super helpful. I am having bilateral endoscopic carpal tunnel surgery in a couple of weeks and have been looking for info. This video is by far the most helpful I have found. Thank you!
Had both my wrists and right ankle done at same time. I had a lot of pain and was totally unable to help myself or do anything for myself for weeks. Also could not return to work as I am a nursery teacher.
I had surgery 9 days ago and my hand is even worse . I have a Radiating zap in my thumb, my thumb was OK before the surgery. Have called my Dr and he hasn't gotten back. What advice can you give me I I'm desperate. Thank you for this video
I found that a large ice bag worked best as liquid water can conform exactly to the shape of the hand and wrist and even reach two opposite sides of the hand and wrist.
I had surgery on my right hand one year ago for carpel tunnel syndrome....my fingers are still swollen. And painful....y middle finger is all butunuseab m e and numb..middle and last two fingers have developed Duphens contraction and very difficult to grasp any..I can't not make a fist or grip tightly...what we t wrong..Dr did not do any exam of cervical a😊rea or side neck or shoulder area....
just got carpal tunnel release in my left hand today. im having a real hard time wiping my Butt. i dont know what to do. i just trying to be careful about it.. i know it sounds disgusting and im sorry but its the truth
How long before I get my feeling back in my hand and thumb. Ever since my surgery Oct 27, 2022. It’s Dec 29th. Just wondering if I’ll will ever be able to feel my thumb again.
I was told it could take up to a year for the fingers to feel normal again. Different variables like how long you've had this numbness or pain, was the procedure endoscopic or traditional, and nerves heal very slowly, a millimeter a day I'm told, can play a role in how long it takes. Any procedure or surgery has always taken me up to a year to feel normal again. Keep doing your exercises and keep your doctor informed. With a little luck your nerve may heal faster...good luck!
I WAS AWAKE FOR THE SURGERY WITH LOCAL NUMBING INJECTION 💉 IN MY WRIST AND AROUND THE SITE TO MAKE IT VERY NUMBING FOR THE NEXT TWO DAYS AFTER I HAD NO PAIN IN MY HAND 🖐
Good looking woman. Pleasant to listen to, and to watch. Helpful content. Bloody awful noise which may be intended to pass as music. It is offensive and unpleasant and adds nothing to what without it, would be a valuable video.
I just had a bilateral carpel tunnel release (endoscopic) procedure. My major concern going into this was that I would not be able to take care of myself ... all of the basic, routine, things we HAVE to do. My doctor really under-played that factor: I was unable to dress myself, brushing my teeth was difficult and you can guess the rest. I am 4 days out right now. That numbing agent wore off in a few hours and although I thought I wouldn't need that prescription pain reliever, I found that I needed all that was prescribed. I have no regrets about having the procedure, I have been living with the condition for 30 years now. I just would have appreciated more truthful expectations on what difficulties I would have if I elected to have both wrists done at the same time. Thanks for your video. I've just subscribed to your channel.
I’m 10 days out on the right and 24 days on the left - this video is the best by far of the many I’ve seen. Great information, thanks very much
Thank You Lara for your Very Informative, Comprehensive and Reassuring presentation! It is Very Well Done! From Preparation before and What to do After! It has Eased my Anxiety about All that is involved in this Operation. I will be watching it again and again till and after my Op day.
I had carpal tunnel release on my dominant hand 7 months ago. I never had any pain. It was simply awkward relying on my non-dominant hand. My normal exercise activity, prior to this was to do the following 5 days a week (25 minutes walking on treadmill, 25 minutes on the elliptical and swimming 500 meters). I was able to resume treadmill and elliptical on week 3 and swimming on week 4 (covering suture spot with a waterproof bandage), without any discomfort. Recently I had carpal tunnel release on my non-dominant hand. Again, I never had any pain and after 48 hours, found it easy to handle normal self-care functions. These were much easier, because I had full use of my dominant hand. Beginning week 2, I was able to resume treadmill and elliptical routine each day, avoiding any stress on the non-dominant hand. At end of week 2 the bandages and sutures were removed, simply covering with a fabric band-aid (except with bathing). Mobility of fingers and hand is virtually normal, as long as there's nothing stressful. I feel like I could easily resume swimming (with suture spot covered in waterproof band-aid), but will wait until week 4, at the encouragement of doctor. It is definitely easier, having carpal tunnel on a non-dominant hand.
Does the needle hurt
@@michaelcoady828 No. You're under anesthesia.
Wow, i have an appointment for the surgery in 2 weeks in my right hands. Im kind of stress . I wonder if it is worth it . I. I'm so confused. I'm not sure what to do
My right thumb had lost the sense of touch, making it hard to button things, as I could not feel the button. My surgery was painless and, after 10 days of healing, touch came back to my thumb. It was my dominant hand, so I did find it awkward depending on my left had during the 10 days of healing, before bandages was removed. That is the only challenge. Hint, Walmart sells disposable food handling gloves, 120 for under $2. They were great for covering my hand for showering, closing the glove with a rubber band. I could also use when cooking in kitchen.
@@natalielefebvre1628
Hey Lara, I see you haven’t posted in a while but I wanted you to know that your videos have been super helpful. I am having bilateral endoscopic carpal tunnel surgery in a couple of weeks and have been looking for info. This video is by far the most helpful I have found. Thank you!
Im haveing Corprol Tunnel Surgery do they place you in a cast at all
How can you apply ice if you have a thick bandage after surgery?
Had right wrist and elbow done at the same time. It felt great and not as painful as expected. Back to work before 2 weeks.
Is Ulner nerve decompression about the same or worse recovery?
Had both my wrists and right ankle done at same time. I had a lot of pain and was totally unable to help myself or do anything for myself for weeks.
Also could not return to work as I am a nursery teacher.
I had surgery 9 days ago and my hand is even worse . I have a Radiating zap in my thumb, my thumb was OK before the surgery. Have called my Dr and he hasn't gotten back. What advice can you give me I I'm desperate. Thank you for this video
I hope you found relief for your thumb 💐
Howd it end up? Ive heard some can take 2 years to totally heal in the worst cases.
hey jul how r u doing? are you finding any relief?
I was back at work the afternoon of my surgery. Piece of cake.
Is it worth it having the surgery
Is local or general anaesthetic more common? thanks flor the tips in the video
I had a local. A couple shots into the hand and wrist.
The local Anästhesie was very painful. Is there any help to reduce, for me it was traumatíc, the Pain of the Injektion
I found that a large ice bag worked best as liquid water can conform exactly to the shape of the hand and wrist and even reach two opposite sides of the hand and wrist.
I'm confused. The ligament is cut? Don't we need that ligament?
loved the video. the rest of my house I woke up with it weren't a huge fan of the music volume tho xD
I had surgery on my right hand one year ago for carpel tunnel syndrome....my fingers are still swollen. And painful....y middle finger is all butunuseab m e and numb..middle and last two fingers have developed Duphens contraction and very difficult to grasp any..I can't not make a fist or grip tightly...what we t wrong..Dr did not do any exam of cervical a😊rea or side neck or shoulder area....
Get the sound turned down - when I arrived at this site the normal sound level about doubled and blasted the room, very unpleasant.
just got carpal tunnel release in my left hand today. im having a real hard time wiping my Butt. i dont know what to do. i just trying to be careful about it.. i know it sounds disgusting and im sorry but its the truth
I know! I did too. I felt like a contortionist using the other hand lol 😂
@LescoBrandon-ff4ms lol 😂
Excellent video
Very informative
How long before I get my feeling back in my hand and thumb. Ever since my surgery Oct 27, 2022. It’s Dec 29th. Just wondering if I’ll will ever be able to feel my thumb again.
I was told it could take up to a year for the fingers to feel normal again. Different variables like how long you've had this numbness or pain, was the procedure endoscopic or traditional, and nerves heal very slowly, a millimeter a day I'm told, can play a role in how long it takes. Any procedure or surgery has always taken me up to a year to feel normal again. Keep doing your exercises and keep your doctor informed. With a little luck your nerve may heal faster...good luck!
I WAS AWAKE FOR THE SURGERY WITH LOCAL NUMBING INJECTION 💉 IN MY WRIST AND AROUND THE SITE TO MAKE IT VERY NUMBING FOR THE NEXT TWO DAYS AFTER I HAD NO PAIN IN MY HAND 🖐
Excellent presentation
WILL MY STRENGTH COME BACK OR INCREASE AFTER HEALING FROM THIS CARPAL TUNNEL PROCEDURE?
I had open surgery 2 weeks ago nd signs away of numbness my wrist stiffed and even burning sensation on surgey spot
Thank you so much for sharing. Your video addressed my concerns. ❤
Ice is your bff for this surgery. If you don’t ice your hand the pain can be intolerable
How can you ice if you have a thick bandage after the surgery? Thank you.
Good looking woman. Pleasant to listen to, and to watch. Helpful content. Bloody awful noise which may be intended to pass as music. It is offensive and unpleasant and adds nothing to what without it, would be a valuable video.
Good, Thx
That music ruins the presentation of the video!
Had it done today on dominate hand. This is more painful than she leads on and some of you that had no pain? 🙄
Open CTS SURGERY RECOVERY PLS
I couldn't figure out where that loud rock music was coming from.
What's with the annoying music?