Peripheral Nerve Surgery

Dr. Rajeswaran treats peripheral nerve conditions including carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome (ulnar nerve at elbow), peroneal nerve entrapment, and nerve injuries requiring repair or grafting. Peripheral nerve surgery aims to relieve compression or repair damaged nerves to restore sensation and motor function.

Peripheral neuropathy is a diffuse condition affecting multiple nerves (often due to diabetes, vitamin deficiency, or toxins) and is primarily managed medically. Nerve entrapment is localized compression at a specific anatomical site (e.g., carpal tunnel) and can be surgically treated with decompression. Nerve conduction studies help differentiate the two.

Peripheral nerve decompression surgery has high success ratesover 80–90% for carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel releaseespecially when performed before severe nerve damage develops. Outcome depends on the duration and severity of nerve compression before surgery. Early intervention consistently yields better functional recovery.