Incisionless ligament release (carpal tunnel, trigger finger)
Fast and simple, and Safe minimally invasive ligament release
One of the non-surgical treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome and trigger finger. Using ultrasound, only the ligament compressing the nerve is precisely released, allowing rapid and effective treatment.
For carpal tunnel syndrome the thickened transverse carpal ligament, and for trigger finger the pulley ligament, is released precisely with a fine wire under ultrasound guidance.
Patented Fine wire (smart wire)and specialized instruments minimize scarring and improve accuracy
The wire used in minimally invasive ligament release is an extremely fine 0.27 mm filament. Because the material is very soft, the risk of injuring surrounding tissue such as nerves and vessels is far lower than with blade-based release; under tension it cuts sharply and precisely, affecting only the target site.
Ligament releaseTypes of
| Open surgery | Endoscopic surgery | Ultra-minimally invasive ligament release | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skin incision | 4~5cm | 2cm | None |
| Anesthesia | Brachial plexus block | Brachial plexus block / local anesthesia | Local anesthesia |
| Return to daily life | 2 weeks | 1 week | Immediately after surgery |
| Handwashing | 2 weeks | 1 week | 2–3 days |
Ligament releaseComparison of outcomes for
- Open surgery
- Endoscopic surgery
- Ultra-minimally invasive ligament release
Incisionless Ligament ReleaseWhen is it needed?
No improvement after three months or more of conservative treatment such as medication and injections
When nerve conduction and EMG show nerve damage of moderate severity or worse
When progressive deterioration of motor and sensory nerve function is evident
※ This is general medical information provided for understanding only. Whether and how to treat is determined by a specialist after examination, based on the individual patient's condition.
