Austin Tx carpal tunnel specialists?

July 5, 2011 11:34 AM

Looking for recommendations in Austin, TX for diagnosis and treatment of carpal tunnel symptoms.

I've been having a lot of wrist, hand, and arm pain, discomfort, tingling and occasional numbness as a result of working on a computer every day. (I've had an ergonomic consultant come by my cube, and they did change my desk set-up but there was no significant improvement.)

Can anyone recommend a specialist (I have insurance) in Austin? I tried to book an appointment with an orthopedic, but they wanted either a worker's comp form or a form from my employer stating the issue was not work-related. I want someone to consult and diagnose my problem without jumping through work hoops first. Will that be possible?

posted by anonymous to Health & Fitness (5 answers total)

I recommend seeing Susan Adler, MD, who is a hand surgeon, but she doesn't push surgical solutions. In general, I think you should see a hand surgeon rather than someone who is a non-surgeon but doesn't specialize on hands.
posted by grouse at 11:37 AM on July 5, 2011

Check out some books by Dr. Sarno first. I had > 2 years wrist pain. I am a software developer and piano player. Gone after 2 weeks. Obviously YMMV, but worth a look.
posted by distrakted at 1:02 PM on July 5, 2011

My wife has seen Dr Adler and gives her a thumbs-up as well.
posted by adamrice at 1:05 PM on July 5, 2011

I have had both hands done, years ago

Sr Burns is GREAT. He will refer you to a Neurologist for verification.
posted by raildr at 3:26 PM on July 5, 2011

Shouls be Dr. Burns
Dr. Burns
posted by raildr at 3:29 PM on July 5, 2011