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Peripheral Nerve Injury and Carpal Tunnel
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a problem that affects the wrist and hand. It often occurs as a result of repetitive motions like typing or writing. It can cause numbness, tingling, pain and weakness. Symptoms often wake the person at night and progress if not treated.
Carpal tunnel syndrome is treated with surgery to decompress the median nerve by cutting the ligament at the bottom of the wrist to release pressure. This is an outpatient procedure and you go home the same day. Your hand and wrist may be bandaged for seven to 10 days. Often the bandage stays in place until you visit the clinic for removal of the stiches.
You may or may not experience immediate relief, as the area will be sore following surgery. That will improve over time. Pain medication will be provided before you go home. It is recommended that you rest and elevate your hand and wrist, as well as limiting their use.
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Clinical Trials
Clinical trials are research studies that evaluate a new medical approach, device, drug, or other treatment. As a Stanford Health Care patient, you may have access to the latest, advanced clinical trials.
Open trials refer to studies currently accepting participants. Closed trials are not currently enrolling, but may open in the future.