Carpal Tunnel Surgery in Portland
In Happy Valley, serving Portland, Clackamas and Milwaukie
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Tina Jenq
Carpal tunnel surgery releases pressure on the median nerve at the wrist, to relieve numbness, tingling, weakness and pain in the hand. Dr. Jenq performs every part of your surgery herself.
Insurance
May be covered
We verify your benefits and handle prior authorization before surgery.
Who performs it?
Dr. Jenq
performs your entire surgery herself
How soon can I be seen?
two weeks
typical wait for a consultation
Anesthesia?
Sedation
relaxed and sleepy, breathing on your own
Back to light use?
About 1 week
full grip in about a month
The surgery
What happens during carpal tunnel surgery?
- Ligament released over the carpal tunnel to give the nerve room
- Sedation in an operating room; most people don’t remember it
- Wrist splint for the first week
- Quick outpatient procedure
Is it right for you?
Who is a good candidate for carpal tunnel surgery?
Carpal tunnel surgery is for numbness, tingling, weakness or pain in the hand and fingers caused by pressure on the median nerve. Symptoms often get worse at night or with repetitive activity.
- Numbness or tingling in the hand and fingers
- Hand weakness
- Pain that gets worse at night
- Symptoms with repetitive activity
Why treat it?
Releasing the pressure helps prevent permanent nerve damage, and most people notice improvement within a week.
Your journey
What is carpal tunnel surgery recovery like?
Most people notice their symptoms improve within a week. The splint comes off after a week for light activity, and full strength for heavy gripping usually returns in about a month.
1
Consultation
One-on-one with Dr. Jenq, usually within two weeks.
2
Insurance
We verify your benefits and handle prior authorization.
3
Surgery day
A quick outpatient procedure under sedation. Dr. Jenq performs every step.
4
Recovery
Wrist splint for a week, then light use. Full grip strength in about a month.
Insurance
Is carpal tunnel surgery covered by insurance?
Carpal tunnel surgery may be covered by insurance. We verify your benefits and handle prior authorization before surgery.
Questions
Carpal tunnel surgery FAQ
Answers from Dr. Jenq.
Will I be asleep?
You’ll have sedation: relaxed and sleepy, but breathing on your own. Most people don’t remember the procedure.
How long will I wear a splint?
About one week. You can move your fingers and pick up light objects while wearing it.
When will my symptoms improve?
Most people notice improvement within a week. Some nerve symptoms take longer to resolve, and rarely some numbness or tingling remains.
When will I get my grip strength back?
Full strength for heavy gripping usually returns in about a month.
What are the downsides?
Soreness or swelling at the incision, and some nerve symptoms may take time to resolve. Major complications are uncommon.
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