How Do I Know If I Have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

How do we Treat Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? in this video, Dr. Chappell shares common symptoms, treatments and his unique approach diagnosing and treating carpal tunnel pain. Carpal tunnel syndrome affects more than 12 million Americans and results in 500,000 surgeries every year. Traditional open and endoscopic carpal tunnel release (CTR) procedures can be effective but may result in a lengthy recovery period and a large and sometimes painful scar. Dr. Chappell's treatment is done in the office and patients recover in as little as four days!
Have you been living with the pain and limitations of carpal tunnel syndrome? Have you put off treatment because you didn’t like the available options? Now there’s a brand-new approach and Dr. Craig Chappell is the first doctor in Utah able to offer it. Call our office at 801-610-7321 to see if this treatment is right for you.
www.utahcarpaltunnel.com
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  • @susanparsons2578
    @susanparsons25782 жыл бұрын

    This doctor knows his stuff. He mentioned all the different symptoms and their duration exactly. Makes living with severe pain and weakness in my hands for so many years seem pointless. Thank you for sharing.

  • @tinoheat728

    @tinoheat728

    Жыл бұрын

    What do you mean? Seem pointless

  • @geroldgerold7319

    @geroldgerold7319

    Жыл бұрын

    @@tinoheat728 Doctors are shit at their job when it involves diagnosing chronic pain, you get shuffled around to different doctors sometimes even making it worse. Hilariously depressing when you realize years of chronic pain could've been solved/diagnosed relatively.

  • @bostonbeanman6173

    @bostonbeanman6173

    11 ай бұрын

    @@geroldgerold7319 1 million percent correct. Exhaust all testing, drugs, therapy, and long lobby wait times. After weeks of therapy I realized I was on a generic plan and there was no focus on if it would help. In fact, they stopped asking if there is any improvement and kept to their scripted routine as if I put a coin in their machine. I have a pile of wrist braces and conflicting opinions from different drs to wear or not wear them. No ultrasound though so wondering why they have scheduled a nerve conduction test vs an ultrasound. Probably how I found this video…

  • @senseisaitama8684

    @senseisaitama8684

    7 ай бұрын

    ​@@tinoheat728are you from NZ

  • @tr4ff1cjam
    @tr4ff1cjam3 жыл бұрын

    Still answering questions after 2 years. Thanks for the dedication guys.

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    @richardjimenez9477

    2 жыл бұрын

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    2 жыл бұрын

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    2 жыл бұрын

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    @richardjimenez9477

    2 жыл бұрын

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    2 жыл бұрын

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  • @corinajolenecarver387
    @corinajolenecarver3877 ай бұрын

    I have suffered from Carpal Tunnel in both of my hands for years and nothing has even come close to giving me the kind of relieve that this taping method has. Within seconds, I could feel the tingling and numbness going away and I could feel my fingers again. I work from home by doing many different types of customized projects for individuals, and my hands are a MUST have. Thank you so much for sharing this method, it has given me back the ability to do what I love.

  • @dannygomez3531
    @dannygomez35312 жыл бұрын

    I appreciate when someone takes their job this serious, thank you !

  • @seemorebutts3428
    @seemorebutts3428 Жыл бұрын

    This is one of the best descriptions which I am glad I watched. Also, my regular orthopedist doesn't do the endoscopic method. He opens from the top. I had a friend that showed me her scar and I said no to that. I am a plumber and didn't want all of that tissue cut hence a longer healing procedure. So like I did, you have the option to find the right orthopedist. From the time I left surgery until full healing which was within two weeks, I had zero pain when the pain medicine he injected before sewing up wore off. I was actually not thinking the next day and lifted a heavy about 10 pound soup pot to start a pot full of water and beans without even thinking about it. This was with my wrist wrapped up, I forgot and lifted that pot no problem. So don't worry or stress. They put me completely under with an anesthesiologist. Today you cannot even see the scar on my wrist. He slit perfectly in the wrist crease.

  • @amythomas1124
    @amythomas11242 жыл бұрын

    Wow, I wished my release in both hands in 1995, was with that device shown in this video, on the dummy hand. My surgeries were 10 days apart. Then I was in a tornado shortly after my second hand was done. The screen door of our home slammed hard on my one hand. Both hands were bandaged. I’m just glad both hands healed well, and I didn’t hurt my hand bad from the door. I was off work for 5 months. Went through physical therapy. Hands are great now. ❣️

  • @spoopyscaryskelebones3846

    @spoopyscaryskelebones3846

    2 жыл бұрын

    Good for you Amy :)

  • @JChica3628
    @JChica36283 жыл бұрын

    Txs so much Dr. You explained it so well, took some of my worries away since I have surgery coming up next month.

  • @Kaynos
    @Kaynos Жыл бұрын

    I had standard surgery about 30 years ago. Mine was so bad, it was radiating pain all the up to the shoulder. For me it fixed it for good, never had any problems after that.

  • @miodragkrajnovic5831

    @miodragkrajnovic5831

    Жыл бұрын

    Did you have same strength in hand after and how long was recovery ?

  • @Kaynos

    @Kaynos

    Жыл бұрын

    @@miodragkrajnovic5831 Took about a full year before I had full strength back.

  • @duongtran9655
    @duongtran965510 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much for your awesome comment and advice ! It’s very helpful ! I will have a surgery next week. Your video giving me the confidential information ! Have a good day, good health and happiness ! 🙏🤙

  • @calamityjane1981
    @calamityjane19812 жыл бұрын

    Because of COVID my GP diagnosed me with carpal tunnel syndrome without examination. I recall mine starting with an incredibly painful thumb, pins an needles and often a burning sensation in the affected hand. You're explaining it in more detail and I know how to handle it until my hospital appointment comes through. Thank you 😊

  • @In2itMedical

    @In2itMedical

    2 жыл бұрын

    We hope all goes well during your visit!!

  • @brendabatres1812

    @brendabatres1812

    2 жыл бұрын

    No way! I was diagnosed with covid three weeks ago and I noticed weakness in my hands, numbness and freaked out but I noticed it happened once I got covid.. Its so relieving to hear this

  • @fatbeaverlol

    @fatbeaverlol

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@brendabatres1812 lol

  • @user-wb2yv7ll9d

    @user-wb2yv7ll9d

    Жыл бұрын

    Are you better?

  • @myflymkultra268

    @myflymkultra268

    Жыл бұрын

    You realize they automatically diagnosed you for profit and not cause of COVID, right?

  • @mly3653
    @mly36532 жыл бұрын

    This video and manner in which everything was explained really makes me feel confident that I can find relief for this syndrome. It came out of nowhere and it doesn't want to stop. First my right hand and now my left hand is becoming an issue. It's painful and it's hard to work. If I can't find a doctor that communicates like this, I'll be flying out to find you Doc!

  • @In2itMedical

    @In2itMedical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes! We are glad this video was helpful!! Take care!

  • @ushiwaka19

    @ushiwaka19

    2 жыл бұрын

    Oh my god, I have the same sentiments. My doctor didn’t offer there are three different procedures. He keeps going on about me being too young and the scars etc but that my carpel tunnel syndrome is very severe I have to have the surgery, but then if he’s so worried about my scarring, why does he not offer me the key hole procedure. I’m too far to com see you but I’ll play this video for him and question him about it. I do feel sad about my beautiful and blemish free wrists will become ugly with scars (feel so shy and vain typing this lol) but right now I’m barely functioning and dropping things all day and can’t find peace at night so maybe I’ll get a tattoo lol

  • @reverendbonez4505

    @reverendbonez4505

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ushiwaka19 Was wondering if you could explain the pain you have? My pain started a few days ago and now it's unmanageable.

  • @ushiwaka19

    @ushiwaka19

    2 жыл бұрын

    ​@@reverendbonez4505 It is a little hard to describe this pain. There are various types of pains in the entire arm, wrist and hand region. The thumb, index, middle fingers are always or mostly numb and there is like a burning pain which also feels like a nerve compression as well as imagine the pain you feel if you strangle any limb and block its' blood circulation. Sorry I told you it is not easy to describe it. My condition was diagnosed to be an extremely sever case. Then the joints hurt with light touches and when applying lotion or washing hands, that is mainly my thumb joint. The wrist is worst. It always hurts unless I wear the wrist support with the metal splint. The arm hurts from below the biceps to the elbow, but its a dull ache, more irritating than painful. The grip is weak. And finally there was zero to very little response in the signals sent to brain when I had my nerve conduction test. I hope I have answered your question. Sorry for such a long essay. LOL. However, I have had this over 2 years, but since last September it has become unbearable to live with so I got it checked and they recommended surgery is the only way for me :_(

  • @phazedkilledyou

    @phazedkilledyou

    2 жыл бұрын

    My left hand started hurting in my pinky and ring finger not sure if I have this or some ulnar nerve problems. I am sorry to hear about your problems did they do surgery how is the quality of life now

  • @linkwokeup
    @linkwokeup3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, as a layman it's so nice to have it explained clearly plus the detailed visuals help so much tyty.

  • @bernhardk7720
    @bernhardk77203 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant presentation. Thank you.

  • @dwaynecmanus9642
    @dwaynecmanus96422 жыл бұрын

    The way you explained it was great, very clear and reassuring. Thanks

  • @artbukowski4072
    @artbukowski40723 жыл бұрын

    That is an amazing improvement over the invasive procedure I had done 10 years ago. Very encouraging since I may need to have my other had corrected now!

  • @parthibangopalan9304

    @parthibangopalan9304

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi, after this surgery, do you know if a person can continue with weight lifting exercises?

  • @amythomas1124

    @amythomas1124

    2 жыл бұрын

    I had carpal tunnel surgery in 1995, both hands, 10 days apart! I was off work five months!

  • @henri901

    @henri901

    2 жыл бұрын

    Do u have twitches?

  • @user-wb2yv7ll9d

    @user-wb2yv7ll9d

    Жыл бұрын

    Any updates? hope you are well. Did the old procedure also work, even though it was more invasive?

  • @jodieweiss8774
    @jodieweiss8774 Жыл бұрын

    That instrument is amazing! What a difference that must make having carpal tunnel release surgery. I've had the surgery done on both hands using the first technique you mentioned.

  • @ndxtesting6861
    @ndxtesting68613 жыл бұрын

    Very informative video and educational for new patients.

  • @ronaldmccormick8536
    @ronaldmccormick85362 жыл бұрын

    As a full time Massge therapist, the micro invasive procedure is by far the most desirable - thank you so much for this thorough comparison.

  • @janinewong1776
    @janinewong17762 жыл бұрын

    Very informative and well illustrated presentation, thank you!

  • @In2itMedical

    @In2itMedical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!!

  • @Kayaz48
    @Kayaz48 Жыл бұрын

    That was a remarkably succinct presentation of the etiology and presentation. The micro invasive procedure looks simply amazing. My only concern that wasn’t addressed is long term outcomes with a dissected carpal tunnel ligament. Five star video. Well done.

  • @gsomethingsomething2658

    @gsomethingsomething2658

    Жыл бұрын

    _"My only concern that wasn’t addressed is long term outcomes with a dissected carpal tunnel ligament"_ - Did you find this out yet? It's what I'm also wondering. Thanks.

  • @sherlanwellington4636
    @sherlanwellington4636 Жыл бұрын

    Spot on and clear.. thank you for your service! God bless

  • @kimcrews1721
    @kimcrews1721 Жыл бұрын

    This is a great doctor. I suffered for years. Had the carpal tunnel relief procedure on each wrist in the same year in 2020 8 most apart. I was told about all the procedure and the possible results. Some people dont get the results they expected. Happy to say both procedures were successful. I no longer have the constant numbness, tingling, and shooting pains up my arms. Had it done in 2020 while working from home. Was only off one day. It was the best decisio I ever made. I couldn't sleep,and inward unable to open screw top containers ir hold onto objects without dropping them. f you suspect you have it, please dont ignore it. Recovery is quick and the small incision just looks like all the other lines on my palm.

  • @dilooshimadu

    @dilooshimadu

    Жыл бұрын

    Wat s da procedure you u had please explain

  • @SpeakMichelle
    @SpeakMichelle4 жыл бұрын

    What an interesting video about carpal tunnel.

  • @ronnierebhan229
    @ronnierebhan2292 жыл бұрын

    Great video and explanation. Hopefully this procedure is performed by most surgeons in the Baltimore area.

  • @yellowajah
    @yellowajah2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this video. Do you have any videos about preventative measures? I'm starting a career as a software engineer, and would love to see something about healthy routines to have through the day that will prevent/delay the onset of CTS

  • @1970sthrowback
    @1970sthrowback Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this video. Im in the UK and I have these EXACT symptons, for years. In fact ive had it so long im used to it but now i can see how easy it should be to correct. Again thank you for the very clear explanation.

  • @brendanm6921
    @brendanm69212 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this video. I wish I had you as a doctor. I'm dealing with nerve damage in both hands due to playing music which has gone on for roughly a year now. It's seriously had a negative impact on pretty much my overall quality of life and has basically halted my training with becoming a music teacher. On top of this, I cannot begin to explain what it's done to my mental health. And yet despite all this, my doctors are refusing to go ahead with treatment. All I get from them is "try some painkillers.". This video alone has explained to me what my options are far better than the doctor I went to just recently for help. Really, thanks a lot. I will have to fight very hard for treatment to get my life back on track and this video gives me some hope.

  • @gracefitzgerald2227

    @gracefitzgerald2227

    2 жыл бұрын

    Good luck Brendan. I hope you are making strides.

  • @brendanm6921

    @brendanm6921

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@gracefitzgerald2227 Thank you very much, Grace! I saw a very kind and understanding doctor not long ago and she has referred me to see a nerve specialist so hopefully all will be well some time soon. Your well wishes are absolutely appreciated, always good to see there are people out there who will go out of their way to show some kindness to complete strangers. Hope all is grand with you :)

  • @gracefitzgerald2227

    @gracefitzgerald2227

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@brendanm6921 Your story captured my attention because your symptoms were tragically interfering with your passion. I’m so happy you responded and that you are making decisions that will improve your health both physically and mentally. Best wishes to you Brendan.

  • @user-wb2yv7ll9d

    @user-wb2yv7ll9d

    Жыл бұрын

    @@brendanm6921 Hey Brendan, are you doing better?

  • @rlclark5195
    @rlclark51952 жыл бұрын

    I too had a nerve conduction study done years ago. They insisted I do the wrist surgery - I punted. Since then I was in an accident and the imaging showed damaged discs. Even prior to the accident I experienced a shrill sound that eliminated hearing for about a minute, I also experienced blurred vision and interruption to my sight, I could hear my neck bones grinding, numbness in my arms and into my hands, and sharp pains in my elbows, not to mention dropping things, lack of ability to grasp or write, I also had gut issues. I opted to do neck surgery which entailed removing discs and replacing those with cadaver bones, plates, and screws. I know it sounds horrific, however I had a wonder smart surgeon and I woke up feeling terrific. My previous problems and issues were gone! Everything has been good for a few years. I picked up something way to heavy and I felt it immediately in my neck so now I'm having all the same symptoms again. Hence Dr Chappell's recommendation to have your neck checked out is a smart idea. Get a second opinion is always intelligent. My so-called carpal tunnel symptoms were stemming from my long time neck issues, that effected so many other body parts.

  • @WorstDeveloper
    @WorstDeveloper3 жыл бұрын

    This looks like a promising improvement of the surgery. I hope it becomes available across the world soon.

  • @karenmiller1726
    @karenmiller1726 Жыл бұрын

    I had this and doctors palmed me off with circulationproblems or repetitive strain ,finally saw a chiropractorthat diagnosed carpal tunnel,the operations i had on both wrists changed my life after years of suffering, was done under a local anaesthetic and recovery was 6weeks ,i recommend this surgery👍🤲

  • @mohdshahnawaz3864
    @mohdshahnawaz38642 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely loved this video. Thank you so much for this valuable information. Lots of love from an Australian 🇦🇺❤

  • @In2itMedical

    @In2itMedical

    2 жыл бұрын

    So glad! 🇦🇺❤️🇺🇸

  • @lyudmilalogvin3331
    @lyudmilalogvin33316 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this Video. Very Helpful, Easy, Direct, and Informative.

  • @MD-sh2tn
    @MD-sh2tn Жыл бұрын

    My doctor told me today I hace carpal tunnel. I was like nah. Just watched this video, this is exactly what im going through. Thank you!

  • @Adjecyca98
    @Adjecyca982 жыл бұрын

    Thanks good it felt like a doctor's visit from a good doctor :)

  • @AL-yg3kv
    @AL-yg3kv2 жыл бұрын

    This is great video well explained like he said waiting split for my wrist helps a lot.

  • @rickgray6960
    @rickgray69602 ай бұрын

    Fabulous and incredibly clear. I Have CTS and will have surgery in four months. Thank you sooooooooooooo much!

  • @emersonharding4569
    @emersonharding4569 Жыл бұрын

    Pretty rad to see how medicine progresses. Thanks doctor.

  • @emmanueloluga9770
    @emmanueloluga97702 жыл бұрын

    This is a great video on the combination of imaging technology and Electrodiagnosis

  • @pattiecakes1750
    @pattiecakes1750 Жыл бұрын

    Great video! I learned about the surgery options .

  • @jdstamm9663
    @jdstamm96632 жыл бұрын

    thank you for sharing In2it Medical , :D

  • @dreamystone
    @dreamystone Жыл бұрын

    I've never been diagnosed with carpal tunnel, but I started having symptoms in high school, and a friend of mine that had the same complaints was diagnosed with it. At this point, I've made all these changes to prevent any discomfort I only notice it after spending a day without my little mouse and keyboard cushions, or my paper tablet that doesn't allow me to write with as much pressure as I use on paper. I switched from crochet to knitting, and keep a wrist wrap and a self-massage video in my favorites for when I actually forget and go a bit too hard. That said, I come from a medical family. Ignoring pain and self-diagnosis is an unintended side-effect so, for your own benefit, do as I say not as I do. If you can go in to see a doctor and make sure what you think you have is what you actually have, please do. If you can work out what's wrong with you early on, incorporating preventative measures becomes second nature and you can minimize your symptoms and not exacerbate the problem. Again, I am most definitely not the best advocate for this, since I do not have an actual diagnosis, but my point is you can keep things from escalating with preventative care as I've been doing for a decade now.

  • @rockystaatz521
    @rockystaatz5213 жыл бұрын

    Good information especially for dealers

  • @yaseminislek7609
    @yaseminislek7609 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for explaining! Appreciate the video!

  • @forrestbudd6017
    @forrestbudd60173 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for explaining this. I'm happy to know what I have now even though I dont want it.

  • @In2itMedical

    @In2itMedical

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad I could help!

  • @newtn1620
    @newtn16202 жыл бұрын

    Thx doctor for Explained so simple and brief.

  • @tickyul
    @tickyul Жыл бұрын

    Excellent video, very clear.

  • @ringerdiggsycobbsy6254
    @ringerdiggsycobbsy6254 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks doc I really needed that information

  • @wild_bittersweet_dreams
    @wild_bittersweet_dreams Жыл бұрын

    Very cool! Thanks guys!

  • @ashhart101
    @ashhart1012 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for you video!

  • @walafalamoosieoadm8200
    @walafalamoosieoadm82002 жыл бұрын

    A few years ago i was told I had tendonitis in my right wrist and then it lost range of motion for bending and for the past three days I've woken up with a lot of wrist pain and no circulation going to my hand. Im definitely going to go to the hospital but I hope I get taken seriously this time so I dont end up losing my hand.

  • @kennyharper388
    @kennyharper3883 жыл бұрын

    Great explanation. Thanks

  • @In2itMedical

    @In2itMedical

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @transcyberism1459
    @transcyberism14599 ай бұрын

    I've just started having some pain in my middle and index fingers and wrist the past week and was really worried about it being carpal tunnel since I had heard it's hard to treat, but this makes me feel a lot less scared and more confident to go to my doctor and make sure I get it dealt with.

  • @jenjen8072
    @jenjen80722 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, I really got a better understanding now. ¡Stay safe!

  • @In2itMedical

    @In2itMedical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Wahoo! We are glad this helped!!

  • @personalinjuryshow
    @personalinjuryshow Жыл бұрын

    Excellent content, thanks.

  • @2wicked2rest
    @2wicked2rest10 ай бұрын

    Good info wonder if any new updates over the last 4 years

  • @godsgrace3304
    @godsgrace3304 Жыл бұрын

    Well explained.

  • @deirdremunoz5186
    @deirdremunoz5186 Жыл бұрын

    Unbelievable… thank you for this vital information… I have to have both hands done… now I will be asking for the easy route to this problem of my hands.. I can’t feel anything with my fingers. I will be asking them to explain the process b4 having the surgery ❤❤❤👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

  • @hraqhraq
    @hraqhraq2 жыл бұрын

    very useful and detailed

  • @gamlielu
    @gamlielu2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Very Much for the Video. You are a champion.

  • @In2itMedical

    @In2itMedical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @lauries.7128
    @lauries.7128 Жыл бұрын

    Excellent video

  • @Kunyazaforever
    @Kunyazaforever Жыл бұрын

    Carpal tunnel symptoms can mimic thoracic outlet also which can be caused from positioning of arms while sleeping. Many people assume they have carpal tunnel w/o looking further to remedy it or get a wrong diagnosis based on patients symptoms

  • @ramfranc4357
    @ramfranc43573 жыл бұрын

    I am just 39 years and I started developing carpel tunnel syndrome, I have using computers all my life, both of my hands finger tips are somewhat tingling and a little bit numbed, I never knew carpel tunnel was a very common thing!

  • @In2itMedical

    @In2itMedical

    3 жыл бұрын

    It is crazy how common it is. Please reach out if you would like more information or to get an appointment. We often have patients from all over.

  • @zachariasstarlid5365
    @zachariasstarlid53653 жыл бұрын

    Great video!!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @In2itMedical

    @In2itMedical

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @aswini3220
    @aswini32202 жыл бұрын

    For carparal tunel treatment which doctor should we concern? Orthopedic or neurologist

  • @josephscarangello8145
    @josephscarangello81452 жыл бұрын

    Great video wish I could use you I’m in south Jersey

  • @michellecrosby3717
    @michellecrosby3717 Жыл бұрын

    Could you do a video on Cubical Tunnel? I would really appreciate it. Thank you. Your videos explain a lot.

  • @hikaru.5656
    @hikaru.56562 жыл бұрын

    Interesting video

  • @hollywoods7295
    @hollywoods729511 ай бұрын

    Great video

  • @judithrose3006
    @judithrose30062 жыл бұрын

    I’ve been diagnosed w carpal tunnel 24years ago and was told to have surgery then and I couldn’t afford it nor could lose time off I use to sand,install, and refinish hardwood flooring having to use heavy vibrating machinery not to mention every aspect of it is using hand and arms relentlessly. I also was a golfer played all through high school and college but my golfing days were gone long ago because the pain was debilitating even now at thanksgiving having to cut up several vegetables will have me in terrible night pain and will take half a day for numbness to be tolerable gone are the days of shaking the numbness out. I wake up in searing pain all the way up to my shoulders it can be so severe I’ll be in tears and so I’ve lost so many things I’ve enjoyed and when I try them again I pay dearly. I still have no funds and zero insurance I have the time to take off even though I see how much better the surgery recovery is now even typing this message I’m having to stop and straighten my arms to get some of the numbness to subside. Please hear me when I say when a doctor tells you that you must have surgery PLEASE do it right then because there is nothing but pain, misery, and loss to come. This was a great video it puts my mind at ease and using ultrasound instead of that painful test is amazing because that test when I had it all that time ago was no fun and agitated my symptoms at the time.

  • @In2itMedical

    @In2itMedical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Oh man, this is heartbreaking. Yes, carpal tunnel can be detrimental to the nerve if not treated in time. Thank you for sharing through the pain!!

  • @scottfrank8285
    @scottfrank82852 жыл бұрын

    I had an EMG performed 5 years ago, showing some carpal tunnel and Orbital tunnel issues. For the past 5 years my pinky and half of ring finger have been numb non-stop and now below those two fingers my hand is exhibiting numbness. I've noticed the muscle between my index and thumb has atrophied considerably this past year and I've lost quite a lot of pinching strength(thumb and index). I'm seeing a doctor in 2 weeks to discuss options, possibly another EMG....but after watching your video maybe that's not the correct line of defense. Thanks for your informative video.

  • @bobbie7981

    @bobbie7981

    2 жыл бұрын

    I had the same issue. I was diagnosed with dorsal ulnar cutaneous nerve damage. Right after I had my cortisone injection for carpal tunnel, I could feel the pain in my pinky and ring finger way more because the carpal tunnel nerve had been relieved. So speak to a doc about that and see if that may be your issue.

  • @IceESole

    @IceESole

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Bobbie I had surgery due to a reputured ligament to my wrist. Doctor thinks I've developed CT getting my nerve test march 16th. Doctor gave me a shit of cortisone to the middle of my palm for a trigger finger..but now my ring and pinky are in pain.

  • @bobbie7981

    @bobbie7981

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@IceESole I am so sorry to hear that. I hope you can get relief soon.

  • @user-wb2yv7ll9d

    @user-wb2yv7ll9d

    Жыл бұрын

    @@bobbie7981 How are you doing?

  • @bobbie7981

    @bobbie7981

    Жыл бұрын

    @@user-wb2yv7ll9d Same stuff. I wear wrist braces at night and they help tremendously.

  • @kingraytbh
    @kingraytbh Жыл бұрын

    When I would pitch in baseball I would have a similar feeling to how you are describing carpel tunnel syndrome but I never felt the pain outside of it

  • @mozamilhalimi7760
    @mozamilhalimi77602 жыл бұрын

    Very good

  • @adequatemars237
    @adequatemars2373 жыл бұрын

    not me watching this after getting my nerve test today wanting to throw up from it. 😭

  • @silverfullbuster9177

    @silverfullbuster9177

    3 жыл бұрын

    Was the test painful? Also was it positive

  • @In2itMedical

    @In2itMedical

    3 жыл бұрын

    So sorry to hear your test was so rough. Those can be pretty uncomfortable and/or painful. If you are in need of a release, let us know and we can get you scheduled for a visit with our office. We'd be happy to make you feel a little more comfortable in knowing what to expect with the procedure. The most painful part is generally the injections for the local anesthetics. Once you are numb, it will be painless. Most people notice improvement as soon as the day after the procedure!

  • @goblinondrums
    @goblinondrums2 жыл бұрын

    Seriously great and helpful video

  • @In2itMedical

    @In2itMedical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @TheKillerSloth420
    @TheKillerSloth4202 жыл бұрын

    It's hard being a gamer godda look up shit like this

  • @jaymontgomery3330
    @jaymontgomery3330 Жыл бұрын

    Had the mini open procedure done on both hands two years ago, and the Carpel tunnel syndrome is back already. Back to wearing wrist braces at night again.

  • @mihamaker
    @mihamaker3 жыл бұрын

    what afte cutting the ligament? does i it have any negative action on hand movement?, after all it holds all the ligaments for the finger an nerve to not "go out" after the hand is flexed...

  • @nivaneh1010
    @nivaneh10102 жыл бұрын

    I did one of the tests which involves tapping your wrist and I was getting sharp tingling in my thumb, index and middle finger. I can tighten a fist but it feels a bit harder, I'm also overweight and my hands are a bit fat so that could be why I can't tighten my fist but CTS could be a factor too. I wake up at night and either my right hand is numb or my left but it's typically the pinky finger and that side of the hand which is numb... I don't know what this could be.

  • @sidbeyroutieh3201
    @sidbeyroutieh32012 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video doc I'm a tradesman and my job requires heavy lifting How much time doi need to wait to heavy lifting after micro invasive surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome Thanks

  • @artiecisneros4691
    @artiecisneros4691 Жыл бұрын

    A few years ago, a friend of mine was giving me a massage and discovered the beginning of Carpal Tunnel by gently pressing on my arm. She showed me how to take care of it by pressing on the sensitive area till the pain dissipated.

  • @WingsOfADream1
    @WingsOfADream12 жыл бұрын

    super helpful video thanks. At around 25-26 years of age I started getting this far to much gaming... questionable life choices...

  • @miracoli16
    @miracoli16 Жыл бұрын

    Great video! In germany you can easily take 4 weeks of work if it is nescessary.

  • @jacobrayner3378
    @jacobrayner33782 жыл бұрын

    Do you know what could cause vascular pain in my elbows?

  • @rjuane1
    @rjuane1 Жыл бұрын

    thanks

  • @aun06
    @aun062 жыл бұрын

    What does that sheet of muscle do which covers the nerve? And what happens if it is cut. Does it make any difference. Please explain

  • @lboyd6065
    @lboyd60653 жыл бұрын

    I have arthritis at the base of my right thumb and signs of carpal tunnel on the on the same hand. I'm waking out of my sleep from numb pain in my fingers, and 5 by e more I try to shake my hand to wake up the more it hurts. Writing and doing my makeup I constantly have to stop and shake my hand of being numb. Waiting to get the EMG done this week

  • @In2itMedical

    @In2itMedical

    3 жыл бұрын

    Having an EMG is a great start. If you are located close to us, please reach out. Our procedure has a four day recovery time.

  • @IceESole

    @IceESole

    2 жыл бұрын

    What were the results of your nerve tests?

  • @mrs.maciborski3653
    @mrs.maciborski36533 жыл бұрын

    I have the pain and numbness wake me every night for 20+ years. I was told by doctors in CA that I have CTS. I moved to AZ and was finally ready to get some real relief from this. The new hand surgeon I saw sent me for another never test. He said that the test showed mild CTS. The shot he gave me worked for a few weeks. He said he can do surgery but said the recovery rate is only 50/50 and that the shot can produce a placebo effect…..on some people. He said it could be from my head injury and that my Celiac disease isn’t a factor. (A Gastroenterologist said my undiagnosed Celiac can cause irreversible nerve damage) He didn’t use ultrasound and seemed not interested because the CTs was mild. I’m not sure if I should go through with then surgery and I feel like I’m going crazy. I haven’t been numb, in pain, and dropping things for 20 years for “fun.” This doctor makes me think I’m crazy.

  • @STZNCCTX

    @STZNCCTX

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm having carpal tunnel symptoms for 20 tears and was DX with Celiac 12 years ago. Have you found any connection between the two?

  • @spiper4227
    @spiper4227 Жыл бұрын

    If only I could find a hand surgeon in Vegas like this.

  • @pb5640
    @pb5640 Жыл бұрын

    Now you can hydrodissect using saline and a small bore needle under ultrasound guidance in some cases.

  • @IonaCarr
    @IonaCarr3 жыл бұрын

    I suspect I have Carpal Tunnel syndrome. However, I also have osteoarthritis in finger joints and base of thumbs and probably wrist (from abuse of vibrating machinery in college days). When I accidently knock something over, it is typically because I failed to move a finger out of the way (say handle on a tea cup) but more recently I have had tingling in fingers also hand and arm go to sleep. This happens in bed or while driving. In addition I have a fairly stiff neck. So already I can see three sources of symptoms 1) osteoarthritis in hands, 2) neck stiffness (nerve impingement?) issues or 3) Carpal Tunnel. I play cornet/trombone in a band and I am teaching myself saxophone; but, because of an unrelated piece of surgery I am giving it a rest for a few weeks, so I thought I'll give my Tin Whistle an outing only to find I can barely feel the holes with the pads of my fingers - essential to sensitively cover holes effectively to play. Suddenly I have to do something about diagnosis and therapy. Where do I start?

  • @In2itMedical

    @In2itMedical

    3 жыл бұрын

    Brendan, if you are located near Utah, we would recommend scheduling an appointment here as it sounds like you have multiple things going on that need to be addressed and we could evaluate all of them and most likely treat all of them. If Utah is out of reach for you and your first concern is the carpal tunnel (which based on the numbness, I would say it needs to be addressed asap). You can check this website sonexhealth.com/patients/find-a-physician/ to find a physician near you that performs the same type of release that Dr. Chappell does. Best of luck to you!

  • @user-wb2yv7ll9d

    @user-wb2yv7ll9d

    Жыл бұрын

    I hope you are doing better.

  • @dove5729
    @dove57292 жыл бұрын

    Hello, I have severe pain and burning in outer side of my wrist(pinky side),what should I do?

  • @lesliebook9785
    @lesliebook9785 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! What is calcific tendonitis?

  • @707josh
    @707josh2 жыл бұрын

    I used to play video game every single day for hours upon hours for about 4 years and even though I haven’t played in about 6 years my hands feels weak, I have numbness all the time and it goes through my hands all the way into my arms. I hope I’m able to really fix this issue soon. My hands feel so tight and painful

  • @Dylan-bj4fx

    @Dylan-bj4fx

    2 жыл бұрын

    Did you fix it?

  • @kenwall777
    @kenwall777 Жыл бұрын

    I sure wish you would fix my corpal tunnel issue. It hurts worse than anything I've ever had. And I had cubital pinched nerve in my left arm two years ago. Now it's my right hand hurting all the way to my neck.

  • @raymondrazo2857
    @raymondrazo2857 Жыл бұрын

    Hi Doc... do you have that procedure in the Philippines?

  • @user-ou5qj9kc7j
    @user-ou5qj9kc7j4 ай бұрын

    Do you always recommend therapy before recommending surgical intervention?

  • @etherealdaisy4540
    @etherealdaisy45402 жыл бұрын

    Praise god, I hope I get the one that takes 4 days to heal… 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @lynndeatherage4874
    @lynndeatherage48742 жыл бұрын

    I had this surgery last year's ago in 2010 in May 9th 2010 and I was at the surgery on that day and was awake ⏰and I had local had a shots to numb it up really well and he did the surgery on it. Took it about 15mins minutes and he was done fixing it. No more pain that years ago when I had it done, but Dakota was scared and bitten me all over my arms and thighs on me to be a little bit more comfortable with him after he was fixed so he won't attacked me unless he was very mad at me for a threatening situation that is a little different from what we have been in the past few years since then.

  • @coolbrotherf127
    @coolbrotherf127 Жыл бұрын

    He points out all these abstract looking shapes on the ultrasound machine and knows exactly what every muscle, tendon, and artery is called. It would take me quite a while to make out anything from that view.

  • @rachellunn4843
    @rachellunn4843 Жыл бұрын

    I'm waiting for my surgery for carpel tunnel how long does it take to heal n when can i start doing things again