RICHARD COUTTS, M.D., provides orthopedic hand and wrist care in SAN DIEGO, CA. RICHARD's practice includes Carpal Tunnel Surgery, Wrist Fusion, treating patients from initial consultation through post-surgical recovery.
An Orthopedic Surgeon completes a 5-year surgical residency after medical school, specializing in the musculoskeletal system. Many orthopedic surgeons treat hand and wrist conditions including carpal tunnel syndrome, fractures, trigger finger, and arthritis. They perform both open and minimally invasive procedures on the upper extremity.
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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.
Wrist fusion (arthrodesis) permanently joins the wrist bones to eliminate painful motion in a severely arthritic or damaged wrist. While it eliminates wrist bending, it provides excellent pain relief and grip strength. Partial fusions preserve some motion.
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Costs vary by provider, insurance, and case complexity. Contact RICHARD COUTTS at (858) 278-8300 for a consultation.
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