When will I be able to return to work?
Our goal is for you to return to work as soon as possible; however, the return date will be based...
If the suture is black it is nylon material and this suture needs to be removed in the office. A white stitch is sometimes used which will dissolve. Many times, especially for carpal tunnel releases we use a glue to close the wound. That glue eventually degrades. Stitches are usually taken out between 10 days to two weeks after surgery.