Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Recovery In Days, Not Weeks.

Dr. Marie Dusch

Central Coast Orthopedics
Santa Maria, CA
Pismo Beach, CA

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Not sure if you have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Dr. Marie Dusch

Central Coast Orthopedics
Santa Maria, CA
Pismo Beach, CA

UltraGuideCTR™: Rapid Relief with Minimal Disruption

Ultrasound-guided carpal tunnel release offers a minimally invasive way to help relieve carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) symptoms while reducing pain and speeding recovery. Many patients are able to return to work and daily activities within just 3-5 days. If you’re seeking an effective, less invasive treatment for CTS, ultrasound-guided carpal tunnel release with UltraGuideCTR could be an option.3-6,9

Please see below for safety information and speak with your healthcare professional about the risks and benefits of the procedure.

Covered By Insurance

UGCTR is covered by Medicare and most insurances.* Patient payment responsibility will vary based upon your benefit plan established by your insurance carrier. Check with your insurance carrier and care provider – prior to any medical services – to verify your financial responsibility.

In-Clinic Procedure

As an in-clinic procedure, ultrasound-guided carpal tunnel release with UltraGuideCTR offers a safe, personal, and convenient path to healing.6,7

No General Anesthesia

With UltraGuideCTR you can typically avoid general anesthesia, giving you peace of mind while staying comfortably awake and cared for.3-7

Recovery in Days, Not Weeks

With UltraGuideCTR you can quickly return to your normal life without the long setbacks of traditional surgery.3-6

No Prescription Drugs

UltraGuideCTR provides real, lasting relief at the source without the need for prescription pain medications after the procedure in many cases.7

*Sonex Health makes no representation or warranty regarding this information or its completeness, accuracy, timeliness or applicability with any particular patient. Sonex Health specifically disclaims liability or responsibility for the results or consequences of any actions taken in reliance on this statement and encourages providers to submit accurate and appropriate claims for services. Laws, regulations and payer policies concerning reimbursement are complex and change frequently. Providers are responsible for making appropriate decisions related to coding and reimbursement submissions. Accordingly, Sonex Health recommends that customers consult with their payers, reimbursement specialists and/or legal counsel regarding coding, coverage and reimbursement matters.

UltraGuideCTR FAQs*

Explore some of the frequently asked questions below to get answers quickly.

Is the procedure covered by insurance?

UGCTR is covered by Medicare and most insurances.* Patient payment responsibility will vary based upon your benefit plan established by your insurance carrier. Check with your insurance carrier and care provider – prior to any medical services – to verify your financial responsibility.

*Sonex Health makes no representation or warranty regarding this information or its completeness, accuracy, timeliness or applicability with any particular patient. Sonex Health specifically disclaims liability or responsibility for the results or consequences of any actions taken in reliance on this statement and encourages providers to submit accurate and appropriate claims for services. Laws, regulations and payer policies concerning reimbursement are complex and change frequently. Providers are responsible for making appropriate decisions related to coding and reimbursement submissions. Accordingly, Sonex Health recommends that customers consult with their payers, reimbursement specialists and/or legal counsel regarding coding, coverage and reimbursement matters.

When clinically indicated, a patient can have ultrasound-guided carpal tunnel release performed on both wrists on the same day. There are several published manuscripts that include outcomes data on patients who had simultaneous bilateral releases.3,6,7,10

Postoperative therapy is typically not required.5

Many patients can tolerate immediate motion of their hand. Please consult with your treating physician for post procedure instructions.5

*This is not medical advice. Please speak to a healthcare provider. Sonex Health makes no representation or warranty regarding this information or its completeness, accuracy, timeliness or applicability with any particular patient. Sonex Health specifically disclaims liability or responsibility for the results or consequences of any actions taken in reliance on this statement and encourages providers to submit accurate and appropriate claims for services. Laws, regulations and payer policies concerning reimbursement are complex and change frequently. Providers are responsible for making appropriate decisions related to coding and reimbursement submissions. Accordingly, Sonex Health recommends that customers consult with their payers, reimbursement specialists and/or legal counsel regarding coding, coverage and reimbursement matters.

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Joe S., smiling after undergoing the UltraGuideCTR procedure for carpal tunnel syndrome relief.

It’s as if I never had carpal tunnel in that hand. I’m not having any pain or tingling.

Read more about Joe's experience.

Individual results may vary.

A Better Path to Your Best

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About Dr. Marie Dusch
Dr. Marie Dusch is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic hand and upper extremity surgeon specializing in the latest nonoperative and operative treatments for children and adults with injuries and conditions of the hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow. Dr. Dusch’s goal is to alleviate pain and improve hand, wrist, and elbow function so that her patients can return to the activities they enjoy.
She is currently the only surgeon on the Central Coast who offers ultrasound-guided carpal tunnel release, which is a minimally invasive carpal tunnel release technique that offers a smaller incision, shorter recovery time, decreased pain, a quicker return to activities, and a lower complication rate compared to standard open surgery.
Dr. Dusch (pronounced D+hush) also takes pride in caring for the community by taking general orthopedic and hand surgery call. She is adept at treating fractures throughout the upper and lower extremities. Since moving to the Central Coast, Dr. Dusch loves the small-town atmosphere and feeling like she is always treating her neighbor.
In her free time, Dr. Dusch is serious about staying fit, spending time outdoors, and adventure travel. After cheerleading through college at Stanford, she was a certified Spin instructor during medical school. She practices what she preaches about the importance of weight bearing exercise for bone health and can be found lifting weights at the gym. She also recently fell in love with hot yoga for its physical and mental benefits. Dr. Dusch considers herself a very proud member of the Central Coast community. She already has thousands of photos saved of the beautiful Pismo Beach sunsets on her phone.

Education & Certifications

Dr. Dusch received her undergraduate degree in chemical engineering from Stanford University where she graduated top of her class and was awarded the prestigious Mason and Marsden Prize in Chemical Engineering. She then received her medical degree from the University of California San Francisco, which is widely regarded as one of the top medical schools in the country. She completed her orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Southern California, which is a busy level I trauma center. She completed her hand and upper extremity fellowship at the prestigious Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhattan, New York, which is consistently ranked #1 for orthopedic surgery.
Dr. Dusch has been identified as a leader in her field. After graduating from residency, she was selected for the AOA Emerging Leaders Program. Dr. Dusch currently serves on the board of directors for the California Orthopedic Association where she helps advocate for appropriate orthopedic care for her patients. She is an active member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery, the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons (ABOS), the Ruth Jackson Orthopedic Society, and the J. Robert Gladden Orthopedic Society where she helps mentor the next generation of orthopedic surgeons. She is proud to be among the 8% of practicing women orthopedic surgeons.

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