How Long Does Carpal Tunnel Surgery and Recovery Take?
Short answer: Surgery takes about 15–30 minutes and is outpatient; recovery takes a few weeks. Timelines are approximate and vary according to the patient and the technique.
How long does carpal tunnel surgery take?
Surgery and hospital stay
Surgery takes about 15–30 minutes and is outpatient; recovery takes a few weeks.
Return to normal life
Gradual use of the hand; discomfort at the scar that eases over a few weeks.