Condition
Carpal tunnel syndrome treatment in Baku
Assessment by a neurologist or hand surgeon, nerve conduction tests, splints and, when needed, carpal tunnel release in Baku.
Carpal tunnel syndrome develops when the median nerve is squeezed in a narrow channel at the wrist. Typical signs are numbness and tingling in the thumb, index and middle fingers, often worse at night or when holding a phone or steering wheel. Over time the grip may weaken and fine movements may become clumsy. It is more common in women, during pregnancy, with diabetes or thyroid disease and with repetitive hand work.
Carpal tunnel syndrome treatment in Baku begins with a neurologist or hand surgeon, who may arrange a nerve conduction study to confirm the diagnosis and show how strongly the nerve is affected. Mild cases are often treated with a night splint and changes in hand use. When symptoms persist or the nerve is clearly affected, the doctor may suggest a short operation. We review your reports, send a written estimate and arrange the trip.
Treatment options in Azerbaijan
Assessment and nerve conduction tests
A neurologist or hand surgeon checks sensation and strength in the hand and examines the neck to rule out other causes. A nerve conduction study may be arranged, as the doctor decides, to confirm the diagnosis.
Splints and conservative care
A wrist splint worn at night keeps the wrist straight and often eases night symptoms. A therapist explains how to change hand use at work and at home, and gentle exercises may be added.
RehabilitationInjection as an option
In some cases the doctor may suggest an injection of a corticosteroid medicine into the carpal tunnel, which can ease symptoms for a time. Whether it suits you depends on the examination and test results.
Carpal tunnel release surgery
When symptoms persist despite conservative care or the nerve is clearly affected, the surgeon may recommend releasing the ligament over the canal. The operation is short, is usually done under local anaesthesia as day surgery, and the surgeon chooses the technique.
General and vascular surgeryWhere treatment takes place
Who it may suit
- Adults with numbness or tingling in the fingers, especially at night
- People with confirmed carpal tunnel syndrome who want an opinion on surgery
- Patients whose symptoms continue despite a splint and changes in hand use
- People with a weak grip or thinning of the muscles at the base of the thumb
- Those who would like an assessment with a nerve conduction study during one visit
When the trip should wait
- Sudden weakness or numbness of the arm or face, a drooping face or problems with speech may be signs of a stroke and need an ambulance at once
- Hand symptoms after a recent wrist injury, with severe swelling or deformity, need urgent care at home first
- Symptoms that start during pregnancy often ease after childbirth, so planned surgery is usually not done during pregnancy
- Planned surgery waits until infections, uncontrolled diabetes and other chronic conditions are under control, and blood thinners are discussed with the doctor in advance
The final decision is always made by the doctor after reviewing your documents.
Documents for the medical review
Send whatever you already have. If something is missing, the doctor will tell you what else is needed.
- Nerve conduction study report, if you have one
- Reports from a neurologist, hand surgeon or other doctors
- A short description of the symptoms, which fingers are affected and when they are worse
- Information about diabetes, thyroid disease or other chronic conditions
- List of current medicines, especially blood thinners, and any allergies
- Passport copy for the visa and booking
Frequently asked questions
Why do my fingers go numb?
Numbness in the fingers has several possible causes. Carpal tunnel syndrome usually affects the thumb, index and middle fingers, while numbness of the little finger more often points to another nerve. Problems in the neck, diabetes and some vitamin deficiencies may also be responsible. Sudden numbness with weakness of the arm or face is an emergency.
What is a nerve conduction study and do I need one?
A nerve conduction study measures how fast signals travel along the nerves using weak electrical impulses, and it is often combined with a muscle test. It helps confirm carpal tunnel syndrome, judge how severe it is and rule out other causes. The neurologist decides whether you need it, and the test usually takes less than an hour.
How is carpal tunnel surgery done?
The surgeon divides the ligament that forms the roof of the carpal tunnel to make more room for the nerve. The operation is short and usually done under local anaesthesia, so most patients go back to their accommodation on the same day. The surgeon chooses the technique and explains it before the operation.
How soon can I use my hand after surgery?
Light everyday use, such as eating or dressing, is often allowed within days, while heavy lifting and strong gripping are usually limited for several weeks. Numbness often improves gradually, but after many years of symptoms recovery may be slower and incomplete. The surgeon gives you the exact limits for your work and daily life.
How long should I plan to stay in Baku?
An assessment with a nerve conduction study usually fits into one or two days. If surgery is planned, most patients stay a few more days for a wound check, and the stitches can often be removed at home. The surgeon confirms the timing, and after reviewing your documents we send a written estimate.
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