Carpal tunnel syndrome is a painful condition that affects millions of Americans. If rest and splinting don’t relieve the pain, then “wide-awake” surgery performed without sedation may be an effective and convenient option.
Caring for Carpal Tunnel
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a painful condition that affects millions of Americans. If rest and splinting don’t relieve the pain, then “wide-awake” surgery performed without sedation may be an effective and convenient option.
Dr. Anthony Parrino, hand and upper extremity surgeon at UConn Health, treats a patient with carpal tunnel syndrome. (Photo by Ethan Giorgetti)
