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Carpal tunnel syndrome surgery at Spire Southampton Hospital
Inclusive treatment and care from £1,755
At Spire Southampton Hospital, we offer carpal tunnel release surgery to ease pain and numbness in your hand caused by carpal tunnel syndrome. Our surgeons can offer some of the latest techniques for carpal tunnel release surgery.
Your surgeon will cut the ligament that runs across the front of your wrist bones, relieving pressure on the median nerve caused by swelling inside your wrist.
Sometimes also called
- Carpal tunnel decompression
- Carpal tunnel release
At a glance
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Typical hospital stay
Same day discharge -
Procedure duration
20 minutes -
Type of anaesthetic
Local -
Available to self-pay?
Yes -
Covered by health insurance?
Yes
Why Spire?
- Fast access to diagnostic tests and scans
- Expert, personalised treatments
- Clear, inclusive pricing
- Rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission
Carpal tunnel surgery: what to expect at Spire Southampton
At Spire Southampton, we provide comprehensive private hospital care for our patients across the South Coast. We have dedicated surgeons who are highly experienced in carpal tunnel release techniques. You can expect to receive fast diagnosis and expert treatment, with personalised aftercare that will help you get back to your normal routine as quickly as possible.
How much does Carpal tunnel syndrome surgery cost at Spire Southampton Hospital
A carpal tunnel syndrome procedure is available from £1,755.
It’s a common procedure to have done privately, and our inclusive prices and access to payment plans make it easy and more affordable, even if you don’t have medical insurance.
You can trust Spire Southampton Hospital to provide you with a single, fixed price1 so there are no surprises. Finance options are available through our chosen partner2.
1Important: Please read Spire Healthcare's terms and conditions for full details of what’s included and excluded in your fixed price* when paying for yourself. 2 Spire Healthcare Limited is acting as a credit broker to Zebra Health Finance Limited. Company No. 09406708. Registered at 1 Worsley Court, High Street, Worsley, Manchester, M28 3NJ. www.zebrahealthfinance.com Zebra Health Finance Limited is a appointed representative of Chrysalis Finance Limited and Shawbrook Bank Limited is the lender. Spire Healthcare Ltd does not receive payment for arranging credit. All parties named here are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Credit acceptance is subject to application and status. Terms and conditions apply.
Procedures offered for carpal tunnel surgery at Spire Southampton
At Spire Southampton, our consultants have extensive experience of performing carpal tunnel release surgery in our clean, modern facilities.
Our consultants typically offer open release surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome. During surgery, your consultant will make an incision (cut) so they can see inside your wrist and cut the transverse carpal ligament. If your surgeon thinks it’s right for you, they may offer a minimally invasive technique.
Find a consultant at Spire Southampton
Preparing for carpal tunnel surgery at Spire Southampton
Getting here
We’re a 10 minute taxi ride from Southampton Central train station or 15 minutes from Southampton International Airport.
We also have free on-site parking available for you and your visitors.
Your consultations
One of our experienced surgeons will be able to offer you an initial consultation within a few days of your enquiry. All your consultations will take place in a private room.
Your surgeon will:
- Ask about your medical history and symptoms
- Examine your hand and wrist and advise on any further tests you may need such as a nerve conduction test or an ultrasound scan
- Suggest other treatments to try before surgery such as painkillers or wrist splints
- Explain in more detail about the procedure and anaesthetic – this is usually local anaesthesia, when you’re awake but can’t feel anything in your wrist and hand
- Tell you about potential complications and risks and how they may affect you
- Give you a chance to ask any questions you have about your treatment and aftercare
Carpal tunnel surgery: your procedure
You’ll be able to go home on the same day of your operation. Here’s what to expect after you arrive:
- You’ll meet your surgical team and anaesthetist
- You’ll be given a local anaesthetic, so you’ll stay awake but won’t be able to feel anything in your wrist or hand
- Your surgeon will make an incision then carry out the operation to cut your ligament, which sits across the front of your wrist, using the technique you agreed previously
- Your operation will take around 20 minutes
Carpal tunnel surgery: your recovery
Everyone’s different, so how long it takes to recover from your surgery will depend on your general health and how severe your carpal tunnel syndrome is.
Your consultant will be able to tell you more about your expected recovery, but here’s a typical recovery timeline for carpal tunnel surgery:
Treatment and recovery timeline
Day 1
3 months
Same day
Leave hospital
1-2 days
Able to wriggle fingers
3-14 days
Stitches removed
14-21 days
Return to work (depending on your job)
1 month
Back to your normal activities
3 months
Fully recovered
The treatment described on this page may be adapted to meet your individual needs, so it's important to follow your healthcare professional's advice and raise any questions that you may have with them.