Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Support Group

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a medical condition in which the median nerve is compressed at the wrist causing symptoms like tingling, numbness, night time wakening, pain, coldness, and sometimes weakness in parts of the hand. CTS is more common in women than it is in men, and has a peak incidence around age 50 (though it can occur in any adult).

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Carpal Tunnel Surgery

PetSitterGirl
PetSitterGirl

Hello All


I was diagnosed with Carpal Tunnel in both hands last December. I am in unbearable pain I've worn wrist braces and take Anti Inflammatory like they are Candy. I'm past the point of them working and I have now developed tendinitis in both arms. I can barely work, my Doctor refuses to give me any pain killers and is recommending I get open hand surgery. 


I'm scared to get the surgery I just want to get some pain free days... I'm a Pet Sitter I work with dogs pulling leashes and carrying animals. I can't stop working. I don't know what to do? I'm @ the end of my rope. Any advice?

SCPO
SCPO
Hi, I just joined this group and posted an introduction. I had carpal and cubital tunnel surgery in July 2016. I was told it would take 6 months to a year to heal. I had a setback three weeks ago while walking my dog (Golden Retriever) in the park. She got "spooked" by another dog and lunged unexpectedly. My entire right arm and hand was traumatized. The pain is now worst than it was pre-surgery. I'm struggling learning how to live with the pain and not allowing it to control my life.
The carpal tunnel release surgery was success for me and I have no pain with the median nerve, however, the ulnar nerve which is associated with little and ring fingers is what is causing the pain. Everyone is unique and may respond different to the same surgical procedure. I started to have muscle wasting after 2.5 years and decided to have the right side surgery. I also have problems with the left side, but not as severe. You know your body better than anyone else. Take time to focus on the situation and follow your inward advice. You line of work with animals have to be challenging, I am having a hard time with just one, I can't imagine what it is like with the duties as a pet sitter. I'm wishing you well.
Banjochick
Banjochick
Never get carpal tunnel surgery UNLESS your EMG test comes out positive. My test was negative even though I was in a lot of pain. Lost my job over it. Pain pills did not take the pain away. My stomach was messed up from the doctors insisting I continue to take Ibuprofins in spite of the fact they didn't help. Bottom line is that I have fibromyalgia in my arms and hands. I have to wear the ct braces every night. Most physical therapists were unable to give me any relief, but I did luck out and one worked on my arms like a deep massage and the pain eased up.