There’s no drama in my carpal tunnel story.  I’m a knitter – have been for 65 years – and when knitting started to hurt, I brought it to the attention of my primary care physician.  We already aware of the arthritis in my right hand – but the numbness and pain in the forearm were new.  She diagnosed carptal tunnel syndrome, and told me about a doctor performing a procedure in the office, under local anesthesia, to treat it. 

Luckily, I was already a patient of the orthopedist; during the first appointment she confirmed the diagnosis and showed me the extent of the problem using ultrasound.  We discussed options: general anesthesia in a surgicenter or a procedure in the office.  I opted for the office procedure and made an appointment.  During the weeks leading up to the procedure, my hand would go numb at night, or develop shooting pain, waking me and making fitful sleep difficult.  Knitting ceased.  Holding a half gallon pitcher of water to care for plants became difficult.  Anyone who has had carpal tunnel would likely echo that and more.  

The procedure itself was uneventful.  Two valium that morning to help me relax, and lidocaine for the local.  I felt no pain, just some pressure, and left the office just over an hour after arriving.  

What I noticed immediately, I could move all 5 fingers without numbness or pain.  48 hours after the procedure, I have a square inch of surgistrips covering a very small incision, no stitches, some bruising of the palm and thumb, and slight pain.  Yes, there are exercises to do.   Physical activity in the gym is limited to back and legs until the tenderness is gone and the incision healed – but the numbness and associated discomfort are gone, and I am a very happy patient. 

The Sonex procedure was very reasonably priced – granted, not covered by insurance yet, though I think it should be.  It was quick to schedule, painless to get through, and now in the recovery phase, I could not be happier.  There was no risk as with general anesthesia, it was more cost effective and time effective in the long run. 

Right hand, ultrasound carpal tunnel procedure done by Dr. Laura Kolshak.

Process very easy, minimal pain for only 2-3 days, minimal restrictions for only a day or two, very quick recovery. If you need this type of procedure, I highly recommend Dr. Kolshak and this choice of procedure type.

Dr. Laura Koshak and her staff in Palm Beach County Florida were an absolute God send. They made me feel very comfortable before, during and after the procedure. It was an easy and simple procedure. I was in and out of the office fairly quickly.

I feel ready and confident do my next wrist!

Dr Kolshack is the third doctor I have had for trigger finger procedure. The first two procedures were done with cutting and stitches.

Dr Kolshack recommended a new procedure that was done in the office.

The used a new surgical instrument that miraculously eliminated the trigger finger.

No after surgery pain. Full range of motion within hours.

Dr Kolshack is the best hand doctor in Palm Beach County. Better impossible!

I can not express the gratitude I have for Dr. Patterson for recommending this type of surgery. It was easy with little to no pain in the days after. I would recommend this procedure to anyone suffering with Carpel Tunnel.