What symptoms might patients notice?
Assessment may include symptoms such as numbness, tingling, locking, lumps, weakness or wrist discomfort. Where a problem falls outside Mr Patel's practice scope, onward referral can be discussed.
- Numbness or tingling in the hand
- Night waking with hand symptoms
- Finger catching or locking
- Ganglion-type lumps
- Elbow pain such as golfer's or tennis elbow
- Unclear hand or wrist pain needing assessment
- Deformity with thickening of the palm and stiffness in the fingers or thumb
Why might this happen?
Symptoms can have more than one cause, and the site cannot diagnose this online. These are common possibilities that may be considered during assessment.
- Nerve compression such as carpal tunnel-type symptoms
- Tendon irritation, triggering or inflammation
- Ganglion cysts or selected joint-related problems
- Symptoms referred from the elbow, wrist or elsewhere
- Dupuytren's contracture
When should you seek assessment?
- Numbness, tingling or night symptoms are persistent
- Hand symptoms are affecting work, driving, sleep or daily tasks
- A finger is catching, locking or becoming painful
- You are unsure whether tests, treatment or onward referral are needed
What might a consultation involve?
- History of symptoms, work impact and previous treatment
- Examination of sensation, strength and movement
- Discussion of nerve tests, imaging or onward referral where needed
- Non-surgical options and selected procedures where appropriate
- Clear explanation of expected recovery and limitations
Treatment routes that may be discussed
Carpal Tunnel & Hand Procedures
Treatment suitability depends on assessment, imaging where appropriate and individual goals.
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Treatment suitability depends on assessment, imaging where appropriate and individual goals.
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Unsure what is causing your symptoms?
You do not need to know whether symptoms are coming from a joint, tendon, nerve, previous injury or referred pain before getting in touch. Book a consultation and the team can guide you to the right next step.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Can hand numbness be assessed privately?
Yes. A consultation can assess symptoms and discuss whether nerve tests, treatment or onward referral may be appropriate.
Is carpal tunnel always treated with surgery?
No. Treatment depends on severity, duration, nerve findings and patient needs. Surgery may be considered for selected patients.
What if my hand condition needs a different specialist?
If a condition sits outside Mr Patel's practice scope, onward referral to a suitable specialist can be discussed.
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