Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery: Advantages and Effectiveness

As surgeons specializing in hand conditions, we are proud to present a major advance in the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome: endoscopic surgery.

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition causing numbness, tingling and pain in the hand and wrist. Traditionally, open surgery was favored for its treatment. However, the endoscopic technique is now emerging as an effective alternative, offering significant advantages for patients and surgeons.

1. Accelerated post-operative recovery : Studies show that endoscopic surgery allows faster recovery than open surgery (Atroshi et al., 2000). This factor contributes to a faster return to daily activities.

2. Increased reliability : The precision of vision offered by endoscopic surgery reduces the risk of post-operative complications (Brown et al., 2009). High success rates and reduced complications make it a reliable option for patients.

3. Reduced post-operative pain : The smaller incisions associated with endoscopic surgery result in less post-operative pain (Kambouroglou et al., 2019), thereby improving patient comfort during recovery.

In conclusion, endoscopic surgery offers an effective solution for carpal tunnel syndrome, with faster recovery, increased reliability and less post-operative pain. As hand surgeons, we are committed to providing the best treatments available, and endoscopic surgery represents a significant advancement in this field.

Feel free to ask your questions or share your experiences in the comments below.

Best regards,

The CMPM team

References :

• Atroshi, I., Larsson, G.-U., Ornstein, E., Hofer, M., & Johnsson, R. (2000). Outcomes of endoscopic surgery compared with open surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome among employed patients: randomized controlled trial. BMJ, 320(7245), 1269–1273.

• Brown, RA, Gelberman, RH, Seiler, JG, Abrahamsson, SO, Weiland, AJ, & Urbaniak, JR (2009). Carpal tunnel release. A prospective, randomized assessment of open and endoscopic methods. The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. American Volume, 91(2), 35–41.

• Kambouroglou, GK, Goougoulias, NE, & Mousafiris, KV (2019). Endoscopic versus open carpal tunnel release: a prospective comparative study. Journal of Orthopedic Surgery and Research, 14(1), 187.