Endoscopic vs Open Carpal Tunnel Surgery

by Thomas Neustein, M.D. | 4 days ago

Carpal tunnel syndrome is one of the most common conditions affecting the hand and wrist, and it is a core focus of care for hand surgeons. Dr. Thomas Neustein is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with fellowship training in hand and upper extremity surgery, with extensive experience treating nerve compression disorders using both minimally invasive and traditional techniques. Patients considering carpal tunnel release surgery often ask whether endoscopic or open surgery is more appropriate. The answer depends on the individual patient, the severity of symptoms, and careful clinical evaluation.