Wide-Awake Hand Surgery

Wide-awake hand surgeries are performed only using local anesthesia, instead of sedation or general anesthesia. This type of surgery is proven to be safe and effective, involving less pain and a quick recovery time.

During wide-awake hand surgery, our hand surgeon, Matthew L. Drake, MD, uses a combination of lidocaine and epinephrine injected into the surgical site to perform various procedures, such as:

• Carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel release
• Tendon repair
• Ligament repair
• Fracture repair
• Joint fusions
• Thumb arthritis surgery
• Trigger finger release

There are many advantages for patients who choose this procedure, such as:

• Painless surgery and less discomfort after surgery
• Costs associated with this procedure are typically lower
• No post-operative nausea
• No risk of general anesthesia
• No need for an IV
• No need to stop eating or drinking before surgery
• No need for a ride home from surgery
• Can return to work same day, in many cases
• No need to stop any medications before surgery
• No need for pre-operative medical clearance

For questions, or to make an appointment with Dr. Drake, please call Olathe Health Johnson County Orthopedics and Sports Medicine – Olathe at 913-782-1148.