Carpal Tunnel Services for North East Essex Clinical Commissioning Group

Tender description

NHS North East Essex Clinical Commissioning Group is tendering for Carpal Tunnel Services. Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused when the median nerve, which runs through a tunnel in the palm of the hand called the carpal tunnel, is compressed. Carpal tunnel decompression is performed by cutting across the roof of the carpal tunnel to release pressure on the median nerve inside. Symptoms can range from tingling burning or numbness, hand stiffness and cramping, weakness or clumsiness in the grip, pain that is worse with hand or finger movements or that causes waking in the night. Severe cases if not treated can result in permanent nerve damage and muscle wastage. The aim is to enhance patient experience through a high quality and responsive service waiting times for assessment and treatment. The community service will ensure efficient use of resources via a cost effective service model to achieve best value for money whilst delivering safe and effective outcomes for patients. The Provider is expected to work in partnership with other stakeholders including referring practitioners and other specialists