Not Ready for the “Operating Theater”? No Problem!
As a surgeon, I actually spend most of my day in the clinic helping people avoid surgery. For many of my patients here in Kuala Lumpur, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) can be managed effectively without ever seeing a scalpel.

If your hands are tingling but you’re not ready for “the big talk,” here are the Top 5 Non-Surgical Treatments we often recommend:

1. The “Night Guard” (Wrist Splints)
Wearing a neutral wrist splint while you sleep is the “Gold Standard” of conservative care.

How it works: It prevents your wrist from curling into “prayer” or “flexed” positions at night, keeping the carpal tunnel wide open so your nerve can breathe.

2. “Nerve Glides” (Physiotherapy)
Think of this as yoga for your nerves.

The Goal: Specialized exercises help the median nerve slide smoothly through the wrist tunnel instead of getting “stuck” or snagged on inflamed tissue. A session with a good hand therapist can work wonders!

3. Ergonomic “Life Hacks”
Sometimes the best medicine is just changing your setup.

The Fix: Adjusting your chair height, switching to a vertical mouse, or using a split keyboard. Even taking a 5-minute “micro-break” every hour to shake out your hands can prevent a flare-up.

4. Anti-Inflammatory Support
For short-term relief during a painful week, medications can help.

The Options: Over-the-counter NSAIDs (like ibuprofen) or topical gels can reduce the swelling around the nerve. Always consult your doctor before starting a new medication regimen!

5. Corticosteroid Injections
If splints and stretches aren’t quite cutting it, a targeted injection can be a game-changer.

The Benefit: It delivers powerful anti-inflammatory “firepower” directly to the source of the swelling. It’s quick, done in the clinic, and can provide relief for months.

The Surgeon’s Advice: Conservative treatment works best when started early. If you wait until your thumb muscles have shrunk, surgery might become the only option. Catch it early, and keep your hands happy!

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