Dr. David Wei has made significant advancements in the treatment of hand pain and carpal tunnel syndrome, utilizing minimally invasive procedures that allow for quicker recovery times. Through the use of new technology, he is able to precisely target the median nerve, which is critical for hand muscle movement and often becomes pinched in patients with carpal tunnel syndrome, leading to pain and numbness.
By utilizing an instrument that inflates protective balloons to create space next to the nerve, Dr. Wei is able to cut and release the problematic ligament that is causing the compression. This procedure allows the nerve to have more room and alleviates the symptoms associated with carpal tunnel syndrome.
In the past, carpal tunnel surgery involved larger incisions, sutures, and splints for weeks. However, with these new minimally invasive techniques, patients can undergo the procedure as a day surgery, with the entire process taking only 10 to 15 minutes. Dr. Wei notes that while the procedure may not work for all patients, it does not worsen the condition for those cases where the pinched nerve originates from elsewhere in the body, such as the neck.
Overall, these advancements in treatment options for hand pain and carpal tunnel syndrome offer patients a quicker and less invasive solution to their symptoms, providing relief and improving quality of life.
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