Since we have a rotator cuff thread started I thought I would like some info about my problem. I have experienced increased numbness in both of my hands for the last several years, when driving [holding onto the steering wheel], holding a book, or holding a phone to my ear for any length of time just for examples. I dont really have much pain but my hands ache after I do a lot of hand work. I brought it up to my dr this summer and I ended up getting the electroconductivity test done. It showed what was called "moderate carpel tunnel disease", I saw a surgeon and he recommended that I get the hands fixed to prevent further damage to the muscles in my hands, of which there is already some. Since I had a recent bout with a kidney stone I have my deductable paid for this year so this fall would be a good time to get it done. I would just like some opinions on how long the actual recovery is, how long before you can actually do things from people that have had it done and actually use their hands for physical work. by the way I just turned 60. I need to schedule this around my fall work, I am a farmer, hunting season with my son etc. and the end of the year. I plan on getting both of the hands done at once. Thanks in advance Jared