Hi, I just had a total hip replacement done 4 weeks ago, and was just told this week that I should have a Carpal Tunnel release done. I am concerned about any possible infection from the carpal tunnel release. Is it too soon to have this surgery done also?I realize I would be given prophylactic antibiotics pre - proceduraly, but I REALLY do not want to risk anything that would affect my hip replacement.
Dear patient carpel tunnel release can be done anytime after hip replacement surgery. It is minor surgical procedure and can be done on day care basis. If it is not done it may hamper mobilization post hip replacement. Risk of infection is less as you are already on antibiotics. If carpel tunnel release surgery is delayed long term damage may occur to median nerve. Do not hesitate and do not delay carpel release surgery. All the best.