Serving the COLORADO SPRINGS, CO community, JOHN SHANK is a M.D. specializing in Carpal Tunnel Surgery, Trigger Finger Surgery. JOHN evaluates and treats patients with hand and wrist conditions, arthritis, and conditions requiring surgical or non-surgical management.
Orthopedic Surgeons undergo rigorous training including 4 years of medical school followed by a 5-year orthopedic surgery residency. Those who treat hand and wrist conditions are experienced in carpal tunnel release, tendon repair, joint fusion, and fracture fixation. They use both surgical and non-surgical approaches.
Ready to take the next step? Reach JOHN SHANK directly at (719) 623-1050 to schedule your hand surgery consultation in COLORADO SPRINGS.
Carpal tunnel release surgery cuts the transverse carpal ligament to relieve pressure on the median nerve. The procedure treats numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand caused by carpal tunnel syndrome. It can be performed open or endoscopically with a 90-95% success rate.
Trigger finger release surgery widens the tendon sheath so the flexor tendon can glide smoothly again. The condition causes catching, locking, or painful snapping. A simple outpatient surgery provides permanent relief in 10-20 minutes under local anesthesia.
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Costs vary by provider, insurance, and case complexity. Contact JOHN SHANK at (719) 623-1050 for a consultation.
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