Carpal Tunnel Specialist
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LAVI Spine & Orthopaedic Medical Centers
Orthopedic Surgeon & Spine Surgeon located in Greater Los Angeles, Sherman Oaks, CA
Carpal tunnel syndrome can cause pain and irritation in the hands. Dr. Lavi treats patients in the Sherman Oaks, Rancho Cucamonga, Downey, and Arcadia area for carpal tunnel syndrome.
Carpal Tunnel Q & A
What is carpal tunnel syndrome?
Carpal tunnel syndrome refers to a condition in which the tendons in the wrist swell up putting pressure on the median nerve. Once you put pressure on that nerve, your fingers start going numb. It often gets worse with certain activities, such as driving or performing repetitive motions. Wrist anatomy and underlying health conditions can also contribute to carpal tunnel syndrome.
What are some of the causes of carpal tunnel syndrome?
- Heredity
- Diabetes
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Thyroid gland imbalance
- Repetitive hand or wrist motion over long periods of time
- Hormonal changes due to pregnancy and menopause
Carpal tunnel syndrome is usually diagnosed by using a test called an electromyogram (EMG). This test checks for the health of the muscles and the nerves that control them.
How is carpal tunnel syndrome treated?
Carpal tunnel syndrome is usually diagnosed by using a test called an electromyogram (EMG). This test checks for the health of the muscles and the nerves that control them.
If carpal tunnel syndrome begins to bother you or becomes a problem, you can wear a carpal tunnel splint. This will keep your wrist secured in a natural position and takes some of the pressure off the nerve. Over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications, such as ibuprofen, can also help relieve the pain. Sometimes cortisone injections can also help to relieve inflammation. In some cases, if your hands are numb all the time, and carpal tunnel syndrome is bothering you at work and waking you up at night, carpal tunnel surgery can relieve the problem.
How is carpal tunnel surgery performed?
Surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome is a minimally invasive outpatient procedure. The ligament that forms the roof of the carpal tunnel is cut to take the pressure off the median nerve. This process relieves the pain and numbness of carpal tunnel syndrome. The incision is intentionally made small so that there’s minimal trauma to the nerve and faster recovery.
Words from our patients
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"Dr. Lavi changed my life by addressing a pain in my neck and he and his team get 5 stars!!! He did a 3 level correction for me at levels C-4/5,C-5/6,C-6/7."
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"Went in for surgery on my neck to have two discs removed. After a couple days in the hospital, I was feeling tons better. In only ten days I was back at work! Amazing!"
