Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery Performed in Arlington, VA

Woman massaging wrist with carpal tunnel syndrome and numbness

Carpal tunnel release surgery is one of our specialties at Nirschl Orthopaedic Center, an independently owned practice that has been providing world-class expertise to residents of Arlington, Virginia, and the greater Washington, DC, since 1974. If the pain and other effects of carpal tunnel syndrome are taking away from your quality of life, we encourage you to consult with our board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic hand and wrist surgeon, Dr. Cassie G. Root, who can help you explore your treatment options.

When Is Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery Needed?

In many cases, carpal tunnel syndrome can be effectively addressed without surgery. Some potentially effective conservative treatments include:

Wrist splinting
Corticosteroid injections
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)

In severe cases, however, surgery may be considered to relieve painful pressure on the median nerve at the point where it passes through the carpal tunnel, a narrow passageway of ligaments and bones in the wrist.

What Does Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery Involve?

Dr. Root utilizes a mini-open carpal tunnel release technique that can frequently be done under local anesthesia, reducing the need for extra medical testing for preoperative clearance and lowering the cost. This type of carpal tunnel release surgery is safe and very effective at reducing or eliminating symptoms.

Take the Next Step

Contact Nirschl Orthopaedic Center at (703) 525-2200 today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Root in Arlington, VA. During your consultation, you can learn more about carpal tunnel release surgery and other treatment options.