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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Expert Treatment

Are you waking up at night with hand numbness or dropping objects during the day? Carpal tunnel syndrome is common — and early treatment can make a big difference. Dr. Franko offers same- or next-day appointments in San Leandro so you don’t have to wait weeks for answers.

Do these symptoms fit you?

  • Numbness or tingling in your thumb, index, or middle fingers
  • Waking up at night with hand pain
  • Trouble gripping objects or using tools
  • Symptoms that worsen with typing or driving

When to see a surgeon

  • If your symptoms interfere with sleep or daily life
  • If you notice weakness or dropping objects
  • If splints, braces, or medication haven't helped
  • If your primary care doctor or therapist recommends evaluation

What Dr. Franko does differently

Same/next-day access

don't wait weeks when you're in pain

Direct surgeon care

you'll see Dr. Franko personally at every visit

Outcome-focused

Dr. Franko stays with you until your hand is back to function

Treatment Options

Non-surgical

Wrist splints, steroid injections, activity modification.

Surgical

Endoscopic carpal tunnel release, traditional open release.

UltraGuide CTR™

A minimally invasive ultrasound-guided release using local anesthesia. Minimal downtime.

Recovery Timeline

  • Return to light daily activities within 2-3 days.
  • Return to office work or typing within a few days to a week.
  • Full unrestricted activities within 4 to 6 weeks.

What to bring

  • Any prior imaging or test results (if available)
  • Insurance card and medication list
  • Notes about when your symptoms are worst (day vs. night)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my hand numbness is carpal tunnel syndrome?
Carpal tunnel syndrome usually causes numbness, tingling, or burning in the thumb, index, middle, and half of the ring finger. Symptoms are often worse at night or when driving.
Yes. Wearing a wrist splint at night keeps the wrist straight and can relieve pressure on the nerve. This is often the first step in treatment.
Surgery usually takes less than 30 minutes and is done as an outpatient procedure.

Light activities can often resume in 2–4 days and full recovery with foreceful grip strength is typically acheived in 2-3 weeks.

Recurrence is uncommon, but it can happen, especially in patients with diabetes or other medical conditions.
Dr. Orrin Franko recommends surgery when conservative treatments—like nighttime bracing or steroid injections—no longer provide relief, or if you begin to experience persistent numbness or muscle weakness in the hand. In our San Leandro clinic, we focus on minimally invasive techniques to ensure the fastest possible recovery and return to work.