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Carpal Tunnel Repair

Home Care and Complications

What happens later at home?

After discharge, the individual will be given instructions for ways to relieve pain and swelling. These include:

applying ice for 20 minutes every 2 hours during the first 48 hours

avoiding heavy lifting until given the OK by the healthcare provider

changing the dressing daily

doing finger and wrist exercises according to the surgeon's instructions

elevating the hand above the level of the heart for 48 hours to prevent swelling

The pain of carpal tunnel syndrome should clear up within the first 2 weeks after surgery. Full recovery of function and sensation to affected areas may take several weeks or months.

What are the potential complications after the procedure?

Surgery can cause bleeding, infection, or allergic reaction to anesthesia. Specific complications of carpal tunnel release include nerve damage, scarring, and pain.

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