09/12/2025
I know a number of people have mentioned they are also due for carpal tunnel surgery, so I thought I'd give you a quick update on my progress.
The first photo is 1 wk post surgery, the 2nd is today, 3 wks post surgery. The scar is healing lovely and I can make a fist. My wrist and hand do ache in the evening but I've found doing so simple stretching exercises and slightly bending my fingers back takes the ache away. I am able to do lots of things now but one which does cause pain is taking my socks off as it puts pressure on the thumb, also occasionally when I pick up a mug or plate I get a sharp twinge but each day I notice it less.
I know it will be a while before I have any type of grip but I'm really pleased with the result. I have had no numbness, sausage fingers or acute pain in my arm since the day of the operation.
I can't wait to get back in the pool but I shall be good and wait for my 6 wk check as I could make things worse by over doing it too soon.