Carpal Tunnel Wrist Brace

Should I Wear a Wrist Brace After Carpal Tunnel Surgery?

Yes, wearing a wrist brace after carpal tunnel surgery is one of the effective rehabilitation methods. Doctors usually recommend that you wear a wrist brace after carpal tunnel surgery. Because after surgery, the wrist is still in an unstable state and needs to be fixed for a certain period to prevent the postoperative swelling from worsening. Using a brace for carpal tunnel to immobilize the wrist can prevent excessive pulling on the wound while reducing swelling and pain and promoting wound healing.

You need to wear a wrist brace for about 6 weeks after surgery. However the specific wearing time depends on the degree of your wound healing and the doctor's instructions to achieve better rehabilitation results.

Do Wrist Braces Help Carpal Tunnel?

You may be skeptical, but it does help. The carpal tunnel is caused by compression of the median nerve in the carpal tunnel, which causes symptoms such as numbness, pain, and weakness in the fingers. For mild and moderate carpal tunnel syndrome, wrist braces can provide enough support to relieve symptoms.

Immobilize the Wrist: Immobilization of the wrist by a wrist brace can help to keep the wrist in the correct position, thereby reducing swelling of the wrist and promoting healing.

Relieve Symptoms: By limiting wrist movement and applying moderate pressure, helps to reduce compression on the median nerve, thus relieving pain and numbness.

Relieve Night Pain: The symptoms of carpal tunnel usually worsen at night. Wearing carpal tunnel braces for sleeping can help relieve night numbness and pain and improve your sleep quality.

Although wrist braces can help relieve carpal tunnel syndrome, you should also pay attention to resting your hands during rest time. Move your wrists during rest time, do some relaxing movements such as clenching your fists and pinching your fingers, and avoid long-term excessive wrist flexion and extension. Please see a doctor in time when necessary and receive treatment according to the doctor's plan.

How to Wear a Carpal Tunnel Wrist Brace?

To wear a carpal tunnel wrist brace, you need to know:

1. Choose Brace: Measure the circumference of your wrist and choose the best carpal tunnel brace of the right size based on the measured data to ensure it fits comfortably.

2. Wear Correctly: According to the product instructions, wear the wrist brace in the correct position and adjust the tightness according to the required support, but not too tight.

3. Wearing Time: Choose to wear it during the day, at night, or all day according to the doctor's advice. It is not recommended to wear it continuously for a long time, and it should be taken off regularly to allow the hand to get proper relaxation.

4. Clean Regularly: Hands tend to sweat when wearing it. To avoid the growth of bacteria, the brace should be cleaned regularly.

If you have any questions about using the carpal tunnel braces, you can consult us or professionals. During the use of the wristband to assist in the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome, it is recommended to go to the hospital for regular check-ups so that the doctor can adjust the treatment plan.