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Abstract
Carpal tunnel release (CTR) for decompression of the median nerve at the wrist is one of the most simple, common and successful procedure in hand surgery. Complications are unusual but may be dangerous and may include painful scar, intraoperative technical errors, median nerve injury and persistent or recurrent symptoms.1
Many studies have investigated the potential benefits of several postoperative therapy modalities including splinting, electrical stimulation, topical application of herbal remedies, cold treatment, extremity elevation and a comprehensive rehabilitation regimen.2
Post-operative splinting of the wrist has been practised by many surgeons especially in North America. The main indication was to prevent possible complications of bowstringing of flexor tendons and the median nerve, pillar pain, entrapment of the median nerve in scar tissue and wound dehiscence.3
There are no available confirmed data or study materials supporting these theoretical advantages of post-operative splinting. Others advocate early movement to promote longitudinal gliding of the nerve through the surgical bed. In addition, it has been suggested that post-operative splinting caused a significant delay in return to work or activities of daily living.4
Aim of work
This study aims to compare the functional outcome and assess the effectiveness, benefits, and drawbacks of two postoperative regimens following carpal tunnel release; below elbow slab and elastic bandaging.