Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when there is compression of the median nerve, as a consequence of many types of bone, ligament or tendon lesions.

Following compression of the median nerve.

The surgeon makes a small incision of just a few centimetres in the skin and after severing the palmar fascia, exposes the transverse ligament.
Once the surgeon has exposed the ligament, he cuts it along the axis of the forearm and hand, ensuring that the median nerve behind the ligament is not injured. The pressure felt on the median nerve should disappear immediately. Finally, the skin incision is sutured.

The doctor will indicate requirements, specific to each patient.

Cutting of the median nerve or one of its branches may result in loss of sensation in the thumb and inability to put pressure on the opposite finger.

Keep the wound dry and do not support any weight on the surgical area.

Immediately immobilise the area after surgery. About three weeks is required prior to resuming normal activity.