How long does carpal tunnel last?

Question

I'm pretty sure I have carpal tunnel as I have all the symptoms, and the doctor said that's most likely what it is. I'm doing all the necessary treatment, so how long until it goes away?

Answer 1

Carpal Tunnel is a lifetime condition.

It is caused by a swelling of tendons inside the 8 bones of the wrist; the swelling is created by a narrowing of those bones. This could be a genetic condition or some other problem. The only way to reverse the condition is to have surgery to shave off part of the interior of those bones. This is delicate surgery and risky at that since it has to be done so near the nerves of the hand. You should only resort to surgery after exhausting ALL other alternatives.

The swelling can be treated with medications like Motrin, Aleve or other NSAIDS (Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs). Once the swelling goes down then you can return to your normal activates. Any program that claims to treat Carpal Tunnel, and there are a lot of them, is a phony unless they handle the swelling. Those programs that claim to cure Carpal Tunnel are phony as well. The might bring temporary relief and the power of positive thinking is pretty potent, but on average they don’t work.

Of course you will have to change the behavior that aggravated the condition. Use a wrist rest and buy an ergonomic keyboard. The doctor can supply a splint that prevents your hand moving in a fashion that would aggravate the condition.

I had a pain in one of my fingers in my right hand. I was diagnosed, at one time, with Carpal Tunnel. It wasn’t until almost 3 years later that I was diagnosed with a worse condition; Fibromyalgia. If you suspect you have Carpal Tunnel then you need to be diagnosed by a doctor. The pain you are having could be one of several things from, just overuse to nerve damage. It will be difficult to exam the inside of the bones with a normal x-ray machine, a CAT scan or even a MRI might be required. These are expensive machines and in high demand so your doctor may not want to commit to using these machines until they are sure that you do have a continuing problem, and there is a strong chance that it might be Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

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Answer 3

Does Carpal Tunnel Go Away

Answer 4

I am no doctor, but have carpal tunnel myself. I am 28 years old but the last three jobs I have had required the repetitive use of my hands for long hours. I developed it over time and my neurologist told me I needed surgery. I got a job at another company and still use my hands (computer work), but don't strain them during the day. I have been symptom free since switching jobs last year in May. I have an appointment with my neurologist on Wednesday to get a medical release for the job I am currently at so I hope my doctor gives it to me! I think that if your doing something that strains or agitates your hands daily then your symptoms stay or can get worse. If you are easy on your hands then your symptoms can go away but I don't think carpal tunnel ever truly goes away. :) Hope it gets better!

Answer 5

I had a release in both hands plastic surgeon specializing in hand reconstruction. It was a tiny scar, i cm long. I was a poor patient, carrying bricks before out of the soft casts. Yo don't say Your age or if you have other issues such as diabetes, but what I remember being promised, was a Relief of the excruciating pain and intermittent numbness and loss of function. If Your thumbs were locked, you had other issues, possibly degeneration of the tendons going to the thumb as result of the loss of motor function. If the fat part of your hand by the thumb has wasted away it may take a long time to come back. 1 year later i still have problems buttoning my shirt cuffs. It took 2-3 months for the pain to go away. I needed both hands to turn the key in my pick up truck for6-8 weeks. The horrible pain was gone immediately after surgery though. I still have a positive tinel in the palm of my hand 3 yrs later that suggests adhesions and permanentn nerve injury. A small price to pay for not having had the surgery sooner. You will get much better, and eremember a watched pot never boils and focusing on your pain insures a slower recovery.

Answer 6

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How long does carpal tunnel last?
I'm pretty sure I have carpal tunnel as I have all the symptoms, and the doctor said that's most likely what it is. I'm doing all the necessary treatment, so how long until it goes away?

Answer 7

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Answer 8

Sorry, it doesn't go away. You've got damage that doesn't heal. An operation can stop the pain, and learning to use your hands differently can help to prevent further damage and pain, but carpal tunnel is for life.

Answer 9

Carpal tunnel CTS does not go away but it worsens very gradually.
finally the pain & numbness may disappear to be replaced by weakness in the hand, it will be too late then to save the nerve.
the surgery for CTS is done under local anesthesia & it takes about 5 minutes.
recovery will be in about 2-3 weeks.

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