Private hand and wrist surgery in Surrey

At The Runnymede Hospital in Chertsey, we specialise in surgeries for hand and wrist problems including:  

Hand surgery for Dupuytren’s disease

Dupuytren’s disease causes one or more of your fingers to point towards your palm. In many cases this can be eased or even corrected by surgery. You might be recommended a fascietomy or a needle fasciotomy, two different procedures each designed to loosen and straighten the affected finger(s).  

Carpal tunnel release surgery

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a condition where your median nerve (a nerve in your hand that passes through your wrist) becomes compressed. As a result, you could experience symptoms such as pain, numbness or a tingling sensation in your fingers and hands. Carpal tunnel release surgery can alleviate these symptoms by cutting your carpal ligament, which travels across the base of your palm, providing your median nerve and other nerves with more room to move.  

Trigger finger release surgery

Stenosing tenosynovitis, often referred to as trigger finger, can cause pain and stiffness when you attempt to move your finger or thumb. If left untreated, your affected finger or thumb could become trapped in a bent position. However, trigger finger release surgery is a very effective treatment option. It is rare for the problem to reappear after surgery.  

Wrist arthroscopy

A wrist arthroscopy is a keyhole operation used to diagnose and sometimes to treat damage to the structures inside your wrist. Conditions treatable with wrist arthroscopy include torn ligaments and ganglion cysts (fluid-filled lumps that can form near the wrist joint). 

The cost of your surgery will depend on various factors, including the details of the procedure and which consultant you choose. We’ll give you a full itemised quote before you book.

You can choose to fund your treatment through self-pay (paying for yourself) or use private health insurance. We work with most major providers, and our friendly advisory team can help guide you through using your cover.

Our flexible payment options help you spread the cost of your payment across a time period that suits you. We offer fixed-term monthly payment plans over one to five years with no deposit required. If you decide to pay over 10 months, you will pay interest-free. If you are paying for a longer period, you will pay 9.9% APR.

Our orthopaedic surgeons diagnose and treat a wide range of hand and wrist conditions.

Common conditions include:

• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Trigger finger and trigger thumb
• Dupuytren's contracture
• Arthritis affecting the hand or wrist
• Ganglion cysts
• Tendon injuries
• Ligament injuries
• Fractures and trauma injuries
• Thumb arthritis
• Wrist instability
• Sports injuries affecting the hand or wrist

Your consultant will carefully assess your symptoms before recommending the most appropriate treatment for your condition.

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition that occurs when your median nerve becomes compressed, causing pain, numbness, and weakness in your hand. 

To start with, your consultant will most likely recommend non-surgical treatments for your carpal tunnel syndrome. In cases where your symptoms worsen despite these techniques, they may recommend surgery.

Non-surgical treatments might include:

• Wearing a wrist splint
• Targeted exercises and physiotherapy
• Medication
• Steroid injections

If these treatments don’t work, carpal tunnel release surgery is a common and very effective operation that works by relieving the pressure on your median nerve, typically by removing part of your transverse carpal ligament. The procedure can be performed as open surgery or endoscopically (using keyhole surgery).

We offer fast access to Consultant-led care for all common hand and wrist conditions. Patients come to us from Shepperton, Weybridge, Molesey, Esher, Downside, Cobham and Stoke d'Abernon.  

During your initial consultation, your Orthopaedic Surgeon will ask about your symptoms and perform a physical examination of your hand and wrist. They may recommend an MRI, X-ray or CT scan to examine your affected hand or wrist. 

Once a diagnosis has been made, your Consultant will work with a range of medical experts at The Runnymede Hospital to create a treatment plan tailored to your diagnosis and personal needs.  

If possible, we’ll look to ease your pain with less invasive methods such as physiotherapy or joint injections. In some cases, your Consultant will recommend surgery. Rest assured that you’ll be in expert hands with us.

Recovery varies depending on the procedure you undergo and your individual circumstances.

Many hand and wrist operations are performed as day-case procedures, allowing you to return home on the same day.

You may need to wear a splint or dressing while healing takes place, and some temporary swelling or stiffness is normal during the early stages of recovery.

Physiotherapy or hand therapy may be recommended to help restore movement, strength, and flexibility while supporting your long-term recovery.

The Runnymede Hospital is in the historic town of Chertsey in Surrey. People come to us from all over Surrey, including Addlestone, Weybridge, Cobham, Chobam, Byfleet and West Byfleet. We also welcome patients from further afield, and even overseas.

At The Runnymede Hospital, our dedicated team of specialists provides treatment for patients in Chertsey, Surrey and its surrounding areas.  

There are many advantages to having treatment at The Runnymede Hospital. These include:  

• Fast access to expert healthcare 

• Treatment plans customised to your personal requirements

• Consultant-led care at every stage of your healthcare journey, from your initial consultation to your recovery following surgery 

• En-suite hospital rooms with your own radio and TV to provide you with privacy and comfort throughout your hospital stay 
• A Nurse call system to ensure your needs are always looked after 
• Personalised physiotherapy sessions to help restore movement in your hand and wrists 
• Free car parking and excellent public transport links 

 As a patient at any one of our hospitals across the UK, you could benefit from:  

• Appointment times to suit your schedule, with the option to book a consultation in the evenings or even on a Saturday 
• Fixed-price packages, with the final cost of your treatment confirmed in advance in writing, and aftercare included 
• Payment options to spread the cost of treatment, including interest-free choices 
• The freedom to choose your own Consultant and hospital

Start your healthcare journey with us by calling a member of our advisory team on 01932 877800 or booking an appointment online today.

To book a consultation to discuss hand and wrist surgery with an orthopaedic surgeon near you, use our online booking system, or give us a call and one of our dedicated advisors will help you find an appointment time that suits you.

Can I self-refer for hand and wrist surgery at Runnymede Hospital?

Yes, if you are paying for your own treatment, you can usually self-refer for hand and wrist surgery at Runnymede Hospital.

If you wish to use private medical insurance, you will usually need a referral from your GP. Speak to your insurer directly to find out. If you don’t have a GP referral, we can help you arrange one. Give us a call and our advisors will explain the process.