What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)?
The carpal tunnel syndrome is a passageway enclosed by bones, allowing tendons, nerves, and ligaments to pass through. One of the major nerves that gets affected during carpal tunnel syndrome is the median nerve, which is responsible for the movement of the forearm and imparts sensation to the fingers and palms.
Signs and Symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that is an amalgamation of multiple symptoms, including pain, numbness, tingling sensation, and weakness of the forearm. It occurs in the carpal tunnel when something irritates or applies extra pressure on the median nerve that passes through the tunnel, sending irregular amounts of sensory impulses to the hands and wrists.
Who needs Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
It is most commonly seen in people who face repetitive strain injuries, arthritis, sprains, wrist fractures, cysts on the hand, people under prolonged usage of vibrating power tools, pregnant women, and adults over the age of 40. Carpal tunnel syndrome is well categorized into three categories: mild, moderate, and severe.
| Procedure Name | Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) |
|---|---|
| Type of Surgery | Minor/Minimally Invasive Surgery |
| Type of Anaesthesia | Open: General Anaesthesia Endoscopic: Local Anaesthesia |
| Procedure Duration | 15 Minutes to 1 Hour |
| Recovery Duration | 3-4 Months |
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