Christinarose
07-09-2004, 10:29 PM
My mom was recently referred to a neurosurgeon for carpal tunnel surgery. Do any of you know when a neurosurgeon performs this surgery instead of an orthopaedic surgeon? Thank you in advance for your replies.
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injured betty
07-10-2004, 12:03 AM
Orthos work with joints and neurologists work with nerves. As CP involved the nerves, then a Neruoligst is your best bet.
lidia09
07-10-2004, 08:26 AM
Hi ChristinaRose
I had my CTS surgery done successfully by an orthopaedic surgeon. Many of them specialise in hands/limbs. I would imagine that either specialist could be equally trusted to cut the ligament & stretch the 'sleeve' away from the nerve. There's also different degrees of skill amongst all orthopaedic & neurosurgeons. I'd just head for the one with the best reputation.
Best wishes.
Lidia :)
I had my CTS surgery done successfully by an orthopaedic surgeon. Many of them specialise in hands/limbs. I would imagine that either specialist could be equally trusted to cut the ligament & stretch the 'sleeve' away from the nerve. There's also different degrees of skill amongst all orthopaedic & neurosurgeons. I'd just head for the one with the best reputation.
Best wishes.
Lidia :)