Michael Cohn, M.D., an orthopedic hand surgeon with Baptist Health Orthopedic Care, is now offering the most advanced, minimally invasive surgery to treat carpal tunnel syndrome that uses live ultrasound visualization and a sophisticated single-use device. Dr. Cohn is the first hand surgeon in Boca Raton performing this innovative procedure.
The procedure known as “carpal tunnel release” is done in minutes using only local anesthesia and does not require stitches. The procedure has been shown to decrease patients’ pain and reduce their recovery time significantly, compared with the standard open and endoscopic carpal tunnel release.
“Unlike traditional surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome, this minimally invasive approach involves a very small incision and less disruption to the surrounding tissue allowing patients to return to their daily activities much sooner”, said Dr. Cohn. “With the latest tools and technology at our hospital, we are proud to offer this innovative procedure to our community and improve outcomes and recovery experiences.”
