My stomach is in knots watching, I am 85 and headed for surgery. I have put it off for yrs until the pain is too much to bear! I hope my age will not make it worse. You gave me some hope!
Crazy how the medical technology advances. My surgeon does a “micro” carpal tunnel surgery. He says it takes about five mins and I can drive the next day. Only restriction is carrying anything more than ten pounds the first week. He said I can even go back to work after a day or two of rest. However I will be waiting until atleast the sutures are out. Don’t want to rush the healing process. I type a lot (police dispatcher). Getting it done next week!
Thank you very much for doing these videos, they were very informative. Now I know what to expect. I am having both hands done in about 2 weeks. Hope my surgery and recovery goes as good as yours.
I had laparoscopic CT release in both hands on 05/28/2012. I still have my stitches in place. They are coming out on the 10th of June 2021. Getting your hands wet must be avoided. If they happen to get wet dry promptly. Do not submerge hands in water or any liquid.
Don’t understand why you would have both done at same time. I had my right one done and it really limited what I can do cause I’m right-handed. Will have left one done later.
I’m day 3 after open carpal tunnel surgery on my left hand. Pretty sore but can move my fingers ok. I’ve been told to keep my bandage on for 12 days until they take the stitches out. Hope this is all worth it. You were brave having both done at the same time!
I have my surgery on December 10th. I truly hope I have the same results as you!! I’ve been a cake artist for 20+ years and carpal tunnel for just as long, so I’m really nervous about the recovery time and going back to work. I’ve been taking Vitamins A and C to help speed up healing and plan on using CBD cream on the incision area and taking CBD oil orally. Fingers crossed!!!
I started up my own cake decorating business once my doctor approved it. I can do cakes fine, but piping for long periods of time is not fun. The ligament gets tired so fast. I don't think I could do it full time. I don't mean to scare you at all. Just being open and hones about my experience. I had a wedding cake and cupcakes just in October. Had to turn 200 cupcakes into sunflowers. I almost failed at the entire thing because my hand gave out. I don't have years of experience in decorating at all, so maybe it will be different for you. Now with that being said when I do a cake I don't hurt, and I enjoy it very much.
Dang I had to keep my bandage on for 2 weeks and zero movement. Then it went down to a thinner wrap for another 2 weeks but I also had a severe case of carpal tunnel. It's been 3 years and I never got full function of my hand back but the terrible pain I would get went away so I consider it a success.
I'm glad you did well but I am just curious. Is there a reason why you don't give any information in any of the three videos about your post-op restrictions like HOW LONG YOU WILL BE OFF WORK and how much you can lift and how long the lifting restrictions last? That kind of information would have been very helpful.
Was the surgery endoscopic? I am having bilateral on 6-26-2024. I am so excited to finally get the surgery done and not be constant pain. My doctor said, he would only put a big strong bandage.
Why did they wrap it like that? I just had it done 4 days ago and all they put on mine was cotton cast wrap and a ace bandage. Mine is doing great all I'm using is a big bandage and my brace. Just curious..
I would've done one hand after it healed then done the other. I have one of mine done, now I'm having problems w/ the 3rd finger. Gotta do another nerve testing. Where's the hard cast for the palm of your hands???
Had my done 2 days ago. Not fun ! Motrin n Tylenol helped. When the nerve block wore off it was very painful i could have called for stronger pain med but the 2 meds helped so. Cant wait till im better
I had combined carpal and cubital tunnel surgery on my right hand about 3 weeks ago. I had to keep a bandage wrapped up my whole arm for 2 weeks, it was torture!!!
Mine were taken off a week after surgery. I was in pain up to day 3 and had no pain on day 6. I was at Dr's to remove mine. I guess in the states they do things differently.
I wish I could take the bandages off after 3 days it’s very uncomfortable my follow up appointment is in 10 days and these bandages are driving me crazy!!!!!!!!!!!! I don’t see the point of waiting 10 more days 😏😔!!!
These videos are exactly what I was looking for! Thank you.
My stomach is in knots watching, I am 85 and headed for surgery. I have put it off for yrs until the pain is too much to bear! I hope my age will not make it worse. You gave me some hope!
Phyllis I’m sure you will be so happy you did it. Good luck to you.
“The cook it’s out of Commission” 🤣 I love it ... that’s ganna be me in a few days... glad ur doing great 👍🏼thank you for this VDO lady.
Awesome video thanks I am having carpal tunnel surgery it is my second surgery same hand
Thanks Amanda for your friendly and informative videos. Wish you all the best.
Crazy how the medical technology advances. My surgeon does a “micro” carpal tunnel surgery. He says it takes about five mins and I can drive the next day. Only restriction is carrying anything more than ten pounds the first week. He said I can even go back to work after a day or two of rest. However I will be waiting until atleast the sutures are out. Don’t want to rush the healing process. I type a lot (police dispatcher). Getting it done next week!
Thank you for sharing. Having double carpal surgery tomorrow. Hope mine goes a well as yours.
Thank you very much for doing these videos, they were very informative. Now I know what to expect. I am having both hands done in about 2 weeks. Hope my surgery and recovery goes as good as yours.
I wish you the best!! You’ll will be so happy you did it!
I wish you the best!! You’ll will be so happy you did it!
Were you able to go back to work? How Loanag after surgery could you type go back to work? I just did cubital and carpal tunnel surgery today.
I had laparoscopic CT release in both hands on 05/28/2012. I still have my stitches in place. They are coming out on the 10th of June 2021.
Getting your hands wet must be avoided. If they happen to get wet dry promptly. Do not submerge hands in water or any liquid.
Don’t understand why you would have both done at same time. I had my right one done and it really limited what I can do cause I’m right-handed. Will have left one done later.
I’m day 3 after open carpal tunnel surgery on my left hand. Pretty sore but can move my fingers ok. I’ve been told to keep my bandage on for 12 days until they take the stitches out. Hope this is all worth it. You were brave having both done at the same time!
I have my surgery on December 10th. I truly hope I have the same results as you!! I’ve been a cake artist for 20+ years and carpal tunnel for just as long, so I’m really nervous about the recovery time and going back to work. I’ve been taking Vitamins A and C to help speed up healing and plan on using CBD cream on the incision area and taking CBD oil orally. Fingers crossed!!!
I started up my own cake decorating business once my doctor approved it. I can do cakes fine, but piping for long periods of time is not fun. The ligament gets tired so fast. I don't think I could do it full time. I don't mean to scare you at all. Just being open and hones about my experience. I had a wedding cake and cupcakes just in October. Had to turn 200 cupcakes into sunflowers. I almost failed at the entire thing because my hand gave out. I don't have years of experience in decorating at all, so maybe it will be different for you. Now with that being said when I do a cake I don't hurt, and I enjoy it very much.
Amanda Norris I appreciate your honestly and for sharing your experience! ❤️
Dang I had to keep my bandage on for 2 weeks and zero movement.
Then it went down to a thinner wrap for another 2 weeks but I also had a severe case of carpal tunnel. It's been 3 years and I never got full function of my hand back but the terrible pain I would get went away so I consider it a success.
Ananie O'Hawk well I am happy to hear that the pain went away.
Thank you so much. I really appreciate you sharing. Going in tomorrow and praying for the same positive outcome.
Hey Edith! Sorry I haven't responded. My phone wasn't logged in. How did everything go?
I'm glad you did well but I am just curious. Is there a reason why you don't give any information in any of the three videos about your post-op restrictions like HOW LONG YOU WILL BE OFF WORK and how much you can lift and how long the lifting restrictions last? That kind of information would have been very helpful.
Was the surgery endoscopic? I am having bilateral on 6-26-2024. I am so excited to finally get the surgery done and not be constant pain. My doctor said, he would only put a big strong bandage.
When should be the best time to clean are the surgical repair
Why did they wrap it like that? I just had it done 4 days ago and all they put on mine was cotton cast wrap and a ace bandage. Mine is doing great all I'm using is a big bandage and my brace. Just curious..
I would've done one hand after it healed then done the other. I have one of mine done, now I'm having problems w/ the 3rd finger. Gotta do another nerve testing. Where's the hard cast for the palm of your hands???
Did you have trigger fingers also
Had my done 2 days ago. Not fun ! Motrin n Tylenol helped. When the nerve block wore off it was very painful i could have called for stronger pain med but the 2 meds helped so. Cant wait till im better
I had combined carpal and cubital tunnel surgery on my right hand about 3 weeks ago. I had to keep a bandage wrapped up my whole arm for 2 weeks, it was torture!!!
Tramadol is 1 of the worst pain meds to take. It has horrible side effects
Are you glad you had it done? Is this open or endoscopic?
How well did the surgery reverse the numbness and tingling on your thumbs and fingers? Was it endoscopic or open release?
4 dagar sen opererade jag men har jätte ont 😢 tror om en månad operera andra handen också
How you feeling now, I had mine done on Friday December 14, 2018...
Estradajustdoit my hands feel amazing!!! It took time....but they are wonderful now!
How long will u b off work??
Mine were taken off a week after surgery. I was in pain up to day 3 and had no pain on day 6. I was at Dr's to remove mine. I guess in the states they do things differently.
How are things going for you now? I think all doctors have a different way of doing it.
Thanks!!!!!!!
Having mind done next week
How long where you off of work? When could you get the sutures wet?
Did you have to be on pain medication after surgery? If so how long? Thank you for sharing, I know what to look forward to on the 17th.. Lol
Melissa Robb I didn’t feel the need for pain medicine, hope you did well.
@@svg64 yes wasn't bad. I was awake during the procedure. Worst part was the shots to numb it. Shoo wee.. Lol
Did you have to go back to physical therapy
Thanks for sharing.. going in Monday for mine
Hey Shantiqua how did go?
Amanda Norris all went well!!! The bathroom was the worst situation until I finally had grip back in my hand!! Thanks for checking in on me!
@@shantiquathoma6014 So good to hear! I"m happy for you!
How is it going for you now after a few months?
You have on a ring.., what your fingers are not swollen ir hurting
I had carpol surgury about 2 weeks ago' but i have a burning in my hand
I wish I could take the bandages off after 3 days it’s very uncomfortable my follow up appointment is in 10 days and these bandages are driving me crazy!!!!!!!!!!!! I don’t see the point of waiting 10 more days 😏😔!!!
How painful is carpal tunnel syndrome?
I do have a fear of waking up groggy I hate that feeling I want to be awake Dr says he doesn't do that
nice videos
I respined on u first day vid. My doc isnt stitching me. Just bandage. When can i shower? Think hubby will have to help me wash hair
Heidi Brown sorry I didn’t see this until now. I’ve been so buried in my wedding planning. Sounds like you had the new method. Endoscopic.
Thank God I use Natural Family Planning so I chart my cycle and know to plan the surgery well before my next period :)
"i have nothing to report today!"
1 second later. "i have good news!"
lol so cute >:P
Should learn HOW to hold the camera - the way you did only shows a small area - turn it horizontal and we'll all see more!!
Promise, I’m not trying to be a dick, but that your fiancé cook for you ever