does carpal tunnel come back after surgery
Yes: Unfortunately carpal tunnel syndrome (cts) may recur in a small population of patients. This is best assessed by your md using a physical exam and a emg/ncv (needle study of your nerve /muscles) exam. The good news is that most patients do well with open carpal tunnel release surgery in the case of recurrence.ntrapment of the median nerve at the wrist is how we describe carpal tunnel. There are 8 carpal bones, but the hamate and pisiform form the ulnar side. The trapezium and scaphoid for the radial side. Flex the 3rd digit and look at the palmar hand side.
Also, even when Surgery is successful, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome will reoccur within 6 months to 8 years. It comes back for over 85% of people within this time frame. When patients understand these facts, they are quick to agree that Surgery should definitely be a last resort.