Reviews
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Nov 2016
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Throughout 2015 I had increasing pain in my right hand, which was eventually diagnosed as carpal tunnel syndrome.
My doctor prescribed ever increasingly strong pain killers, to little or no avail, as the pain woke me up, giving a broken night’s sleep for both me and my wife.
By now, the pain was excruciating…and I came to see you.
The operation seemed to take no time at all; was virtually pain free; and I was able to go home later that day, with a comprehensive list of do’s and don’ts.
I subsequently saw your lovely physio who gave me a detailed programme of exercises.
..I am now pain free; sleep well at night; can use my right hand fully; and surprisngly have no trouble with my left wrist, and we are grateful to you and all your colleagues for all your care and attention.
With kindest regards,
Mr K Lloyd
November 2016
Sports Testimonial from a North-West Top Division Club
Mr Naqui has been invaluable to us over the course of last season. He understands the demands and time restraints placed on players and medical staff within a professional sports club. There have been a number of cases when we have been able to call upon Mr Naqui’s expertise at short notice, and his interventions have been second to none, no matter the complexity of the injury. I always leave Mr Naqui’s consultations with a thorough understanding of a player’s injury and often some new information for my own development. Our players have also commented that they leave with an excellent understanding of their options and we have had very successful post-operative results that have allowed players to continue to perform to a very high standard.
Oct 2016
Thumb Injury
Ruptured Radiocollateral Ligament
I injured my right thumb skiing, and was referred to Mr Naqui for surgical repair. This was definitely the right course of action for me. Mr Naqui has been utterly charming, caring and informative at every visit to see him.
My thumb is good as new, and I am able to resume a rather active lifestyle. He and Laura are both consummate professionals – up to date with the latest research, friendly and approachable. it has been a pleasure being treated by them!
Dr Carol P
Oct 2016
Dupuytrens Contracture
Dear Mr. Naqui
I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for the very successful operation upon my hand for dupuytrens contracture and physio post op carried out.
As you had pointed out upon my first visit I did leave it until quite late and my last three fingers of my right hand had bent right over adopting a ‘claw’ like position which made both the carrying out of my work and day to day activities such as shaving etc very difficult and shaking hands with people quite embarrassing.
My hand is now totally normal and flat, functioning normally, I would say to anybody with the same problem, do not leave it until it was at the stage mine was get it sorted quickly, you do not need to put up with it.
I would recommend you and your teams professional services in a heartbeat and indeed for anything regarding hand or wrist problems.
Kindest Regards
David B
September 2016
Wrist Pain / Wrist Arthrsocopy
Dear Dr Naqui,
I just wanted to thank you very much for the operation you performed on my wrist and hand on 24/09/16.
I realise it is still early days and my recovery will take a little while longer.
My personnel feelings though are that the procedure you performed has made an amazing difference already.
I can already now feel my fingers which were numb ang tingling before you operated.
I am so very pleased with the results in such a short recovery period.
I also feel I have most of my grip back without the pain I had pre-operation.
Anyway I just want to say I appreciate all your help with managing the recovery of what was a very painful and disabling condition before your intervention .
Kind Regards
Mr Lawton Berry
2016
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
I had been dealing with pain and numbness that reached the point of interrupting my sleep and even though I was on painkillers it was getting worse.
I had experienced burning like sensation in my fingers and palm moving up my arm.My fingers were swollen and I was in pain when gripping and holding things. At some point, things were falling out of my hand.
When I was first examined by Doctor Naqui he suggested to go through the Carpal tunnel operation which I did and I am very pleased with the results.The whole procedure was painless under the anesthetic and I was instructed during the procedure to signal if I was in pain.I was not in pain. I have not experienced any more pain since the operation. There was a small wound about 3 cm long. In fact I was relieved I had it done, recovering without any side effects.
I am very pleased with Doctor’s Naqui work on my hand and it was well worth having the operation.
I would definitely recommend this operation as means of drastic relief of carpal tunnel syndrome pain.
Thank you Dr Naqui,
Maria S August
July 2016
DeQuervains disease
I would like to thank Mr Zafar Naqui for the treatment I received by him and his team at the BMI Alexandra Hospital.
I had received a lot of bad information about this treatment from people saying how much it hurt and that it might not work. But my experience of the treatment and the result was well worth it. The pain is no more than a normal injection and I am not a fan of injections.
My wrist has been problem free since the procedure and if I needed it doing again I would not hesitate.
Thank you Mr Naqui.
K Hodge
June 2016
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Finger & De Quervain’s Syndrome
Dear Mr Naqui,
Thank you very much for giving me back the use of both my hands. I am very grateful for all your help. I feel fine now.
Regards
E B
March 2016
Dupuytrens Disease / Contracture
By Autumn last year I had a ring finger, suffering from Dupuytren’s disease, which was inflexibly curved in a ‘u’ shape over my palm which made use of the hand extremely awkward.
Mr Naqui operated on my hand in November. This operation was extremely successful and by the end of January my finger was perfectly straight and had normal speed of response and range of movement. The whole of my palm and finger has normal touch sensitivity and without any pain.
It is a delightful outcome and I would recommend all patients to persevere and use the split as instructed and not feel tempted to stop using it. It is an important ingredient to the straightening of the finger into a normal position and it is a great temptation to stop using it after a short time.
Andrew S
Feb 2016
I injured my right thumb skiing, and was referred to Mr Naqui for surgical repair. This was definitely the right course of action for me. Mr Naqui has been utterly charming, caring and informative at every visit to see him.
My thumb is good as new, and I am able to resume a rather active lifestyle. He and Laura are both consummate professionals – up to date with the latest research, friendly and approachable. it has been a pleasure being treated by them!
Salford Royal Hospital
Feb 2016
Mucous Cyst / Ganglion
Mr. Naqui performed an excision of my cyst, located in the joint of my left thumb. I had been referred to him after experiencing ever increasing difficulty in using this most essential of joints. The cyst would also be painful if knocked or overused.
Mr. Naqui performed the operation under local anaesthetic, in about 20 minutes.
I have today, just been for a review and been able to tell Mr. Naqui that my thumb is back in full working order. Highly recommended if you have similar problems.
David. Aged 60
Feb 2016
Wide Awake Hand Surgery for Dupuytren’s Disease
I visited Mr Zafar Naqui with Dupuytren’s disease which had affected my little finger resulting in it being permanently bent double. The measurements taken showed this was a serve to moderate condition which affected my little finger with a 90 degrees bend at the MCPJ and 60 degrees bend at the PIPJ. My little finger was not usable and just got in the way of my hand.
I underwent a needle fasciotomy with a wide aware surgery procedure under local anaesthetic. This procedure was very quick and I just had to wear a hand splint for a few days afterwards. The small wound in my hand had healed within a week and I was able to straighten my little finger and use my hand normally. I was very surprised at how quickly I had recovered and now after two weeks I am using my hand totally normally with the condition resolved. I have some minor pain in my hand which is subsiding every day.
I found Mr Naqui to be very professional and approachable and a fantastic surgeon, who with this procedure has enabled me to get back to normal activities in an amazing time. I would like to thank him for his skill and attention and his commitment in resolving my condition.
Mr John Walters B.Sc. (Hons)
Jan 2016
Removal of tumour/lump
“I am writing to you regarding the procedure you carried out on my right index finger…The whole experience at the Alexandra Hospital was very reassuring and calm, something I needed as a nervous patient! I was admitted and shown to a lovely room. All the staff assisting you were very professional and you showed me twice what you had done to my finger!! You then dressed my finger….I personally am so happy with it and have had no problems at all and would like to thank you for all your help…Please pass on my thanks to all your team and especially to you thank you very much”
Yours sincerely
PW
Jan 2016
Dupuytrens Disease/Contracture
“Within minutes of meeting Mr Naqui and his Hand Therapist, Laura, I found myself put at ease and relaxed by the level of comfort, reassurance and confidence that the operation would be a success.
From admission through to discharge on the day of the operation (I seem to have missed only an hour of my day sedated at 0900 and awake by 1000) the staff were wonderfully reassuring and supportive.
Nothing was too much trouble in fact my visit was probably more comfortable than some hotels I have experienced in the past.
3 weeks later I have almost recovered normal use of my hand…
I entered Spire hospital full of trepidation having been frustrated for 12 months with a little finger that was curling over and becoming increasingly inconvenient not to say painful and embarrassing. To be honest, I can’t thank Mr Naqui and Laura enough two people at the top of their game.
Why I waited so long or was so worried I know not. In fact I’m looking forward to having the left hand done now.”
Mr IK, Director Bury FC
November 2015
Arthritis of the Hand and Wrist
“Mr. Naqui treated my wrist and thumb with injections…just a quick nip into theatre and all done. What a miracle, pain and swelling gone. So pleased..”
Mrs S
September 2015
Trigger Finger
“I wish to express my deep gratitude for your good care for my finger and your gentle injection.I am well and completely cured.”
Mr SK
June 2015
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
“Mr Naqui, may I say how delighted I was at the treatment I received whilst I was under your care for my Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. The events from first consultation through surgery to final discharge were excellent.
Thanks to your detailed explanation of events during the surgery, I had no concerns about having the operation. The staff and nurses were helpful and kind, the hospital very clean and inviting.
Mrs M W
March 2015
Ganglion
“Words cannot express my gratitude for your kindness and wonderful care for my mother. Your skill and bedside manner are just exceptional! Thank you again so very much! “
Dr C
Feb 2015
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
“Dear Mr Naqui , I would like to thank you and your wonderful team (especially Laura) for the fantastic treatment on my hand (Carpal Tunnel Decompression) which I have received from you all and for the kindness and reassurance shown to me whilst I was having surgery. Many thanks”
Ms JE
July 2014
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
“Dear Mr. Naqui. I have recently been under your care and I am writing to thank you for your help. Unfortunately my condition had been wrongly diagnosed and my experience had been painful and distressing. Thankfully you immediately recognised the condition and set me on the right path to help manage and subsequently rid me of the symptoms. So please accept my thanks for the care and the speedy diagnosis and treatment arranged for me. “
Mrs W