Carpal tunnel syndrome surgery at Spire Portsmouth Hospital
Treatment to relieve pressure and pain in your wrist.
At Spire Portsmouth Hospital, we use clinically proven techniques for carpal tunnel release surgery. The surgery eases the pain and numbness in your hand that’s caused by carpal tunnel syndrome.
Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by swelling in your wrist which puts pressure on your median nerve. Surgery to cut a ligament in your wrist can relieve pressure on this nerve.
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
- Wide range of treatments offered
- Transparent pricing
- Rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission
Carpal tunnel surgery: what to expect at Spire Portsmouth Hospital
Spire Portsmouth Hospital is an established local private hospital providing comprehensive treatments and care to our patients in Hampshire and West Sussex. Our highly skilled surgeons have wide experience in performing carpal tunnel release surgery. We provide fast access to diagnostic tests, scans and treatment, with expert aftercare that’s designed to help you get back to normal as soon as possible.
How much does Carpal tunnel syndrome surgery cost at Spire Portsmouth 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) | |||
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| Initial consultation | We can't display the initial consultation fee just now. Call us for a quote. | ||
| Treatment price | £2,684 | ||
| Aftercare | Included | ||
| From price | From £2,684 | ||
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Monthly treatment price (Loan applicable to the treatment cost and excludes the initial consultation) |
£130 | ||
| Representative example | |
|---|---|
| Loan amount | £2,184 |
| Deposit | £500 |
| Loan period | 18 months |
| Representative APR | 9.9% |
| Total amount repayable | £2,340 |
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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth Hospital
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
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Preparing for carpal tunnel surgery at Spire Portsmouth Hospital
Getting here
Spire Portsmouth Hospital is located on the West Sussex/Hampshire border in Havant, just off the B2148 Rowlands Castle to Emsworth Road. We’re a 20 minute drive from Chichester or Fareham.
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
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
Spire Portsmouth Hospital is situated in wooded grounds in Bartons Road, Havant, just off the B2148 Rowlands Castle to Emsworth Road.
The main town of Havant is approximately two miles away with a main line station and taxi rank. The historic towns of Portsmouth and Chichester are approximately 10 miles away.
Spire Portsmouth Hospital,
Bartons Road
Havant
PO9 5NP
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COVID-19 testing or antibody tests are not available as a standalone service at Spire Portsmouth 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/