Comparison of Conventional Versus Transverse Mini-Incision Technique for Carpal Tunnel Release

Comparison of Conventional Versus Transverse Mini-Incision Technique for Carpal Tunnel Release: A Randomized Controlled Trial

This study aimed at to fill the gaps by comparing the surgical outcomes of the conventional versus transverse mini-incision technique for carpal tunnel syndrome in terms of pain and functional outcomes.

The study findings would be helpful in determining the superiority of one surgical technique over the other for carpal tunnel release so that a quicker return to normal activities and work for those patients could be achieved, causing less pain and scarring. Due to frequent healthcare visits, quality of life can also be improved along with a decrease in morbidity.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Any genders
• Aged between 18 and 70 years
• Presenting with symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome for at least 3 months duration, and having a VAS score > 4.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients with wrists with thenar atrophy
• Those who had previous CTR surgery
• Local injection for CTS
• Pregnant females
• Patients suffering from inflammatory arthropathy
• Polyneuropathy