How Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery is Performed | Step-by-Step Explained Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery is done to relieve pressure on the median nerve in your wrist — the main cause of carpal tunnel syndrome. 👋 In this procedure, a small cut is made in the wrist, and the transverse carpal ligament is carefully divided to free the nerve and improve hand function. 🩺 This minor operation can be done using open surgery or endoscopic (keyhole) technique. Recovery usually takes a few weeks, and most