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Carpal Tunnel Surgery
If pain, tingling, or numbness in your hand is disrupting your sleep, work, or daily life, you may have carpal tunnel syndrome.
Mr Rikki Mistry, Consultant Plastic Surgeon, offers expert private carpal tunnel surgery at clinics in East Grinstead, Chatham, and Tunbridge Wells - with short waiting times and a warm, patient-centred approach.
Do You Recognise These Symptoms?
Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve is compressed in the wrist. Symptoms often start gradually and worsen over time, particularly at night.
Common signs include:
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Numb fingers at night - especially thumb, index, and middle fingers
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Tingling or pins and needles in the hand
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Pain or aching in the wrist and hand
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Weakness or dropping things due to reduced grip
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Symptoms that wake you from sleep
If night splints or steroid injections haven't provided lasting relief, carpal tunnel release surgery is the most effective long-term solution.
Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery - What to Expect
Carpal tunnel surgery is one of the most commonly performed hand operations. Mr Mistry performs open carpal tunnel release under local anaesthetic as a day-case procedure - meaning you go home the same day.
The Procedure:
A small incision is made in the palm to divide the transverse carpal ligament, immediately relieving pressure on the median nerve. The operation typically takes 15–20 minutes. Most patients notice a reduction in nighttime symptoms very quickly after surgery.
Mr Mistry holds clinics at convenient locations across Kent and East Sussex. Specialist private care is available close to home.
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East Grinstead
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Chatham
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Tunbridge Wells
FAQ: Carpal Tunnel Surgery
How do I know if I have carpal tunnel syndrome?
Common symptoms include tingling and numbness in the thumb, index and middle fingers, particularly at night or when the wrist is bent. Weakness when gripping and a tendency to drop objects can also occur. A clinical assessment by a specialist, sometimes supported by nerve conduction studies, can confirm the diagnosis.
What is carpal tunnel release surgery?
Carpal tunnel release is a minor operation in which a small incision is made in the palm to divide the transverse carpal ligament. This immediately relieves pressure on the median nerve. It is performed under local anaesthetic as a day-case procedure and takes around 15 to 20 minutes.
How long does carpal tunnel surgery take to heal?
The wound usually heals within two weeks. Most patients return to light activities and desk work within two to four weeks. Full recovery of nerve function and grip strength typically takes three to six months.
Is carpal tunnel surgery available on private insurance?
Yes. Carpal tunnel surgery is covered by most private health insurers, including Bupa, Vitality, Aviva, AXA and WPA. Mr Mistry is fee assured, meaning he charges within your insurer's benefit limits so you will not receive unexpected additional fees.
Can carpal tunnel syndrome resolve without surgery?
Mild cases may improve with wrist splinting, particularly at night, or with a steroid injection. For moderate to severe cases, or where symptoms have not responded to conservative treatment, surgery is the most reliable long-term solution.
Where does Mr Mistry perform carpal tunnel surgery?
Mr Rikki Mistry holds private clinics in East Grinstead, Chatham and Tunbridge Wells. Carpal tunnel surgery is performed at his East Grinstead location.
Will symptoms come back after carpal tunnel surgery?
Recurrence is uncommon. The operation has a high long-term success rate. A small number of patients experience a return of symptoms, particularly those with underlying conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis or diabetes that predispose them to carpal tunnel syndrome.