Swelling And Pain Following Plica Syndrome Surgery
Surgery
Carpal tunnel release surgery is among the most common surgeries performed in the United States. In various trials, 70 - 90% of patients who underwent surgery were free from nighttime pain afterward. Studies have found that surgery provides a greater benefit over the long term compared with splinting or anti-inflammatory drugs plus hand therapy.
Candidates for Surgery
Although evidence strongly suggests that surgery is more effective than conservative approaches (at least in patients with...
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