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Is Going Through Third Surgery For Removal Of Scar Tissue With History Of Two Carpel Tunnel Surgery Advisable?
my name is nick saranzak I am 70 years old and had two carparal tunnel surgery. I had a accident and injured my right wrist again. the doctor is suggesting that I have another surgery to remove scar tissue. I have had very little improvement from both surgery. hand still goes numb at night and aches. I want to know if you recommend a third surgery. the doctor gives me a 50/50 chance improvement which I consider nothing.I would appreciation your opinion. Thank you
Fri, 9 Dec 2016
I disapprove of a third surgery , even if you improve for a while , it will soon get worse again
try (facia release ) with a physical therapist
Good Luck
try (facia release ) with a physical therapist
Good Luck
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