returning to work following carpal tunnel release
Last reviewed 10/2022
| Condition | Recommended return to non-manual work | Recommended return to manual work |
| Carpal tunnel release | 1-3 weeks | 1-3 weeks |
| Shoulder rotator cuff repair | 4-12 weeks | 3-6 months |
| Shoulder arthroscopic subacromial decompression | 2-6 weeks | 6-12 weeks |
Notes:
- the information applies to general fitness to work for people below 60 years of age without other significant disability. This information is only a guide to doctors, who will need to consider the individual clinical circumstances when advising patients
Reference:
- Royal College of Surgeons of England (accessed 3/9/13).
- Samuel AM, Wellwood JMcK. Fitness for work after surgery. In Palmer KT, Cox RAF and Brown I. (Eds) Fitness for Work 4th edn. Oxford University Press, Oxford 2007 pp 467-486