After your endoscopic carpal tunnel release surgery: Self-care and follow-up - 09/2009

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After your endoscopic carpal tunnel release surgery: Self-care and follow-up

Abstract

This handout explains follow-up care after endoscopic surgery to release carpal tunnel. Included are sections on wound care, pain management, driving, activity restrictions, follow-up and physical therapy appointments, and expected results.

Author

Bone and Joint Center/Hand Center

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2009

Revision Date

09/2009

Print Abstract

General Subject

Musculoskeletal Disorders

Patient Care Procedures & Instructions

Surgery

Specific Subject/Keyword

Activities of Daily Living

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Endoscopy

Pain Management

Physical Therapy

Self-care

Languages

English

Record ID

3636