Description

Overview:

Explains the carpal tunnel and discusses the median nerve and transverse carpal ligament.

Includes information on:

• • possible causes of carpal tunnel syndrome
• • tests that may be done to assist with a diagnosis
• • non-surgical treatments that may be recommended
• • surgery (both open and endoscopic)
• • preparing for surgery
• • recovery after surgery
• • possible warning signs / when to call the doctor