I have already been through physical therapy, I am now facing the surgery. The problem is, everybody is telling me it will make it worse. I have not heard 1 success story. So, my question is, those of you that have had this problem, what worked for you? I am in constant pain and would appreciate any alternatives.
2007-01-07 22:29:15 · 4 answers · asked by bntsoutlaws 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
I have had Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and been through the surgery. It was well worth it because I have hobbies that need the use of my hands. Not having the surgery can leave you with nerve damage, and the possible loss of some of the function of your fingers. Especially the thumb. Many I have talked to that had the surgery were very glad they did, and are success stories. My only suggestion is don't have both hands done at the same time. Best of luck to you.
2007-01-07 22:35:24 · answer #1 · answered by ? 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I had the surgery and am I ever glad I did. No more pain and I have full use of both hands. No more numbness. No more dropping things. I can type, knit, crochet, and do needle work. Get the surgery, like the other answerer said one hand at a time, do the physical therapy after the surgery. You know it will be better than running from one thing to another before you end up with the surgery any way. Good luck.
2007-01-07 22:40:45 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used to have a bad pc, for some reason it would shock up my arm (for months on end). I was told there was nothing that could cause electric shock like that. I went to the doctor and was told it was carpal tunnel and was given a brace. Finally I talked the maker into taking the pc back, and they replaced it (sent the old one overseas), and guess what, the carpal tunnel disappeared. I wish yours could disappear. I would suggest that you stay off the pc and away from playing games or even cell phone testing for a couple of months and see if your CT clears up. Something about the way you are sitting, holding your hand, or continuous motion with certain fingers is what caused the CT. Change your ways so you will not be disabled. If the blood flow to your hand has not been badly injured maybe you still can reverse that.
2007-01-07 22:40:42 · answer #3 · answered by sophieb 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
My mum got both her wrists done when a was 1. I'm now 30 and she has never complained of sore wrists. My mother inlaw had one wrist done 2 years ago, now she has moved to tassie and wants to get back to the mainland to get the other one donw. You've got nothing to lose. Go do it!!
2007-01-07 22:38:52 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋