Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery

[flybars]

I'm very happy for U Boom. I had my right hand done 3 years ago when I had my rotator cuff repaired. I can ride all day and over the roughest stuff and have no pain or numbness at all! So, just to let U guys know, It really lasts too. I got mine from swinging a framing hammer and gripping skillsaws hard to prevent kickback etc. Bob.

[flybars]

Dr. Mark used a different stitch than my Doc. Mine look like a baseball stitch and there are seven rows. U have to look pretty hard to see them. I like those aircasts. Great way to keep your hands immobile and protected.
This simple carpal release does such an amazing job. I still am grinning from ear to ear every time I ride! I'm thrilled for U Boom!

[Boomhauer]

Those air cast's cost a pretty penny too! I had to pay for them as the insurance company would not shell out the coin.

Other than that everything else is going good. I am heading to the gym here in a bit to build my endurance.

Boom

[GMP]

Use it as a "Hurricane" cooler with built in sippy hose!

[Boomhauer]

Originally Posted by GMP

Use it as a "Hurricane" cooler with built in sippy hose!

Man now that is the best idea yet Glenn! How's the collar bone coming along?

[GMP]

Robby,

Any place you want to drink where its not allowed, just fill up the 'ole cryo cooler with your choice beverage and grab one of your cuffs, problem solved.

I'm feeling pretty good, I can feel solid bone spanning the gap now. Even had a little game of tug-o-war with my pitbull (a great arm workout) with no issues. Next XRay in about 3 weeks, we'll see what the doc says.

[HydroDog]

Glenn,
Did doctor mention any thing like if you keep on riding or doing your same job that you will CTS again? Just curious because I'm going in on this upcomming tuesday for testing for CTS and just looking for the questions to ask.

[GMP]

Hydro,

Boomer is the guy with the CTS experience. So far my arm issues have been minimal and typical in extreme conditions (arm pump).

BTW, you can ask Dr. Mark anything you want directly, via the Health and Fitness Forum on TT. You get straight no BS answers, like getting a second opinion for free.

[Boomhauer]

Originally Posted by HydroDog

Glenn,
Did doctor mention any thing like if you keep on riding or doing your same job that you will CTS again? Just curious because I'm going in on this upcomming tuesday for testing for CTS and just looking for the questions to ask.

Hydro I am the one that had the surgery. I did ask that question and the answer I got was that it would not come back because of the tissue/muscle they cut. Search Carpal Tunnel Release and you will see what I am talking about. Once the cut is made there is nothing left to swell up and push on the median nerve.

If your doc does the "Shock Test" understand that it is only 50% accurate. My doc did a couple of quick "Old School" tests and I was diagnosed within 10 minutes of him looking me over. If you have any questions feel free to give me a call. I will PM you my cell number.

Boomer

[jetprop]

Boomhauer,

Just joined the forum - read your CTS account - Dr. Mark is doing both mine April 1st (need to get the National in Georgia & 3 TSCEC races in March before getting it done. Been suffering for 5 years.
I fly corporately for my day job - how long untill you had a good grip and control of your hands?

Thanks
Michel
TSCEC # 696
50+A