Carpal tunnel syndrome surgery at Spire London East Hospital
Treatment to relieve pressure and pain in your wrist.
At Spire London East Hospital, we carry out carpal tunnel release surgery using clinically proven techniques. The procedure eases the pain and numbness in your hand caused by carpal tunnel syndrome.
To relieve pressure on your median nerve, your surgeon will cut the ligament that runs across the front of your wrist bones. Pressure on the median nerve is caused by swelling inside your wrist and causes carpal tunnel syndrome.
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?
- You can usually see a consultant within a few days of enquiry
- Specialist in a wide range of treatments
- Clear, simple pricing and flexible payment options
Carpal tunnel surgery: what to expect at Spire London East Hospital
Spire London East Hospital is a well-established private hospital delivering comprehensive treatments and care to our patients in east and central London and Essex. You’ll be able to choose from a team of experienced consultants who provide carpal tunnel surgery and personalised aftercare to help you get back to normal as fast as possible.
How much does Carpal tunnel syndrome surgery cost at Spire London East Hospital
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.
| Carpal tunnel release (one wrist) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial consultation | £150 | ||
| Treatment price | £2,038 | ||
| Aftercare | Included | ||
| From price | From £2,188 | ||
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Monthly treatment price (Loan applicable to the treatment cost and excludes the initial consultation) |
£106 | ||
| Representative example | |
|---|---|
| Loan amount | £1,788 |
| Deposit | £250 |
| Loan period | 18 months |
| Representative APR | 9.9% |
| Total amount repayable | £1,908 |
The price shown is the ‘from price’ (ie the minimum cost of the procedure). Please note that for some procedures the actual price you are quoted may vary significantly and can increase depending on your choice of Consultant (who is an independent practitioner and not an employee of Spire). The fees charged by Consultants and Anaesthetists are set independently and are outside the control of Spire. The price may also vary depending on the type of anaesthetic, implant or drug used, and your medical history.
Spire London East Hospital can provide you with a single, fixed price for your procedure so there are no surprises. 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. Finance options are available through our partner Omni Capital Retail Finance Ltd, 10 Norwich Street, London, EC4A 1BD.
Procedures offered for carpal tunnel surgery at Spire London East Hospital
At Spire London East Hospital, our consultants have extensive experience of performing carpal tunnel release surgery in our clean, modern facilities.
We offer minimally invasive techniques, which have been developed to help you heal faster, but may not be suitable for everybody. If your surgeon thinks it’s right for you, they may perform:
- Endoscopic release – a camera is used to see inside your wrist so one or two smaller incisions (cuts) can be used
- Open release – your consultant will make an incision (cut) so they can see inside your wrist and cut the transverse carpal ligament
Find a consultant at Spire London East Hospital
Preparing for carpal tunnel surgery at Spire London East Hospital
Getting here
We're located just a couple of miles from the M11 and only 20 minutes on the Central line tube to the city of London via Redbridge station.
You’ll have free on-site parking for you and your visitors.
Your consultations
You’ll be able to have your first appointment within a few days of your enquiry. Your surgeon will examine your wrist, ask about your symptoms and discuss your medical history. They may also talk about other treatments you could try before deciding on surgery if you haven’t already, such as painkillers and wrist splints.
Your consultant will tell you more about what carpal tunnel surgery involves, including:
- Tests you may need beforehand such as a nerve conduction test or an ultrasound scan
- What the procedure involves
- The anaesthetic (which is usually local)
- Risks and complications of surgery
Carpal tunnel surgery: your procedure
Carpal tunnel release is a day procedure, meaning you’ll be able to go home on the same day. The operation takes around 20 minutes.
On the day of your surgery:
- There will be a chance to meet your anaesthetist and surgical team
- You’ll be given a local anaesthetic to block any pain in your hand and wrist
- Your surgeon will make an incision to reach the ligament that runs across your wrist – they’ll cut through this using the technique explained during your consultation
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
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Same day
Leave hospital
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1-2 days
Able to wriggle fingers
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3-14 days
Stitches removed
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14-21 days
Return to work (depending on your job)
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1 month
Back to your normal activities
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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.
How to get to us
We are located just a couple of miles from the M11 and only 20 minutes on the Central line tube from the city of London. London City Airport is a short car journey of 20 minutes and Stansted airport is just a 30 minute drive.
Spire London East Hospital,
Roding Lane South
Redbridge
Essex
IG4 5PZ
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Important information about Covid-19 tests
COVID-19 testing or antibody tests are not available as a standalone service at Spire London East Hospital.
Sources
https://www.bmj.com/content/349/bmj.g6437
https://www.carpal-tunnel.net/about-cts/triad
https://patient.info/health/carpal-tunnel-syndrome-leaflet#nav-6>
https://www.bupa.co.uk/health-information/directory/c/carpal-tunnel-surgery
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/carpal-tunnel-syndrome/