CLINIC LOCATIONS:
Led by WA trained Dr Wael Chiri, Hand and Upper Limb Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon - Perth Carpal Tunnel Clinic is available at Mt Lawley and Murdoch.
Management ranges from splinting, cortisone injections, hand therapy, endoscopic or mini-open surgery.
Bilateral Carpal Tunnel Releases can be performed for some patients.
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DR WAEL CHIRI
MBBS (UWA), FRACS (Ortho), FAOrthA
Specialist Hand and Wrist Surgeon
Dr Chiri was raised in Perth and successfully completed University, Internship and Orthopaedic Surgical training locally. He completed an internationally acclaimed Upper Limb Fellowship with Professor Gregory Bain. Dr Chiri has published numerous Peer Reviewed Studies in International journals. He has a special interest in Hand and Wrist surgery.
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EMG/Nerve Conduction Study
Dr Sameer Saleem - Specialist Neurologist
Dr Saleem will see you if an EMG/NCS is required prior to your consultation with Dr Chiri. This will usually be performed at the initial consultation and the results will be ready for Dr Chiri immediately.
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PERTH ORTHOPAEDIC SPECIALIST CENTRE
Brand new suite in Mt Lawley. Our main rooms are situated between the Medical Centre and the main Hospital. Free Parking is available right infront of the clinic.
Learn about our services
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Dr Chiri will first see you in our Mt Lawley or Murdoch rooms and take a thorough history and perform an examination. If you require a Nerve Conduction Study it will be organised for you with one of our recommended Neurologists.
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If your symptoms are suitable for non-operative management then you will be offered either an on-site Hand Therapy appointment, splinting or cortisone injection. The injection can be performed during the initial consultation.
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If Dr Chiri suggests a Carpal Tunnel Release then there are two techniques of release which Dr Chiri performs. An endoscopic technique is performed under General Anaesthetic or a mini-open technique which can be performed under Local Anaesthetic +/- Sedation.
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Once Dr Chiri completes the procedure, you will be allowed to go home on the same day. Your follow up will be between day 7-10. Dr Chiri will inspect and re-dress your wound. You will be encouraged to use your hand for most daily activities. Most patients will not require any further appointments but Dr Chiri encourages patients to return if they have any questions or concerns.
DON’T IGNORE YOUR SYMPTOMS
If your pins/needles or pain in your wrist/fingers is concerning you, seek medical advice from your GP or specialist. There may be a very simple solution. Delaying treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome can cause irreversible damage to the nerve.
