Common symptoms
- Tingling or numbness in the thumb, index and middle fingers
- Discomfort that wakes you at night
- Clumsiness or weakness when gripping
- Pain that may spread up the forearm
How we treat it
After confirming the diagnosis with examination and ultrasound, an ultrasound-guided injection or hydrodissection of the nerve can be performed — freeing the nerve from the adhesions compressing it by injecting fluid around it.
In more advanced cases, the need for surgery is discussed with the patient.
Frequently asked questions
Does it avoid surgery?
In many mild or moderate cases it helps control symptoms. If the compression is significant, the doctor will explain when surgery is advisable.
Are other nerves treated?
Yes, the same technique can be used for other nerve entrapments, depending on the assessment.