DUDE!! Get the surgery! I had it done last year on both hands, The first one in June on my left hand MY Fret board hand it took a few days and I was playing the guitar again BUT COULDN'T Do any bends or hard fret board work for a good month in 2 months I was able to lift things good and in 6 months its was like I never had it done...
now for my right hand It was done two days before Xmas the next day I was playing the ax, took a month till I could lift its march/APR and I'm back to benching 315lbs I know its not a ton lol now I did NOT GO for the numb the arm up bullshit I told them once KNOCK my fat ass out, that was the best fucking dream and sleep I have ever had, on the 2nd one I couldn't wait till they knocked me out, hell I wanted to see how long I could fight it, haha I LOST good luck and if your shit if hurting now and falling asleep etc.. don't waste time if you have insurance because it can leave you pretty fucked up if not taken care of..
ps: SHop around for a good doctor because if you find a shit one you will wish you never did it!
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