Peripheral Nerve Surgery

Nerve Decompression Surgery:

This addresses nerves that are pinched or trapped, causing pain, sensation loss or weakness. Common sites include the carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel and tarsal tunnel, however, nerves can be compressed in many other places (see occipital neuralgia). Decompression surgery is performed to release the nerve to allow for proper nerve signalling and aims to improve function.

Nerve Injury Repair & Reconstruction:

Damaged nerves from trauma require repair, often involving microsurgical reconnection of the nerve ends. For significant gaps or chronic injuries, nerve grafts or nerve transfers might be necessary.

Facial Nerve Reconstruction:

Facial nerve paralysis can impair your ability to close your eyes, smile, and seal your lips, leading to asymmetry compared to the unaffected side. Such paralysis might arise from conditions like Bell's Palsy or from the removal of the facial nerve to treat certain cancers. Various techniques, tailored to each patient's unique needs, are available to reconstruct these essential functions and enhance aesthetics

Management of Painful Nerves (Neuromas):

Damaged nerves can form painful neuromas. Procedures like neuroma excision, nerve relocation and targeted muscle reinnervation can address this.

Nipple Areolar Sensory Reconstruction:

Suitable candidates may have options for reinnervation of the nipple-areolar complex post-mastectomy during breast reconstruction.

Nerve Tumour Excision & Reconstruction:

Tumours affecting the nerves can be surgically removed and reconstructed as needed.