Endoscopic Soft Tissue Release

SmartRelease® by MicroAire's Endoscopic Soft Tissue Release System is a minimally invasive endoscopic surgical approach to relieve symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, with indications for Carpal & Cubital Tunnel Release, Trigger Finger Release, Plantar Fascia Release, and Gastrocnemius Recession.

Introducing the #1

› Best-selling system for minimally invasive ECTR1
› System among fellowship-trained surgeons performing ECTR2
› Least invasive system for ECTR3


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Introducing the #1

Single-portal Endoscopic Surgery

A minimally invasive procedure that reduces post-operative pain by avoiding an open incision extending from the wrist across to the palm. Endoscopic Surgery is highly effective and has been used for more than 20 years. It results in less post-operative pain, a minimal scar concealed by a wrist crease, and generally allows patients to resume some normal activities quickly. 4,5


  1. 2017-2021 IQVIA data and MicroAire sales figures
  2. March 2022 MedScape data
  3. When using Low Profile Blade Assembly. Internal testing conducted against
    leading competitors.
  4. “Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release: A Comparison of Two Techniques with Open Release.” Palmer DH, Paulson JC, Lane-Larsen CL, Peulen VK, Olson JD. Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery. 1993; 9(5):498-508
  5. “Single-Portal Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release Compared with Open Release.” Trumble TE, Diao E, Abrams RA, Gilbert-Anderson MM. The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery. 2002; 84:1107-115

Reference document: LIT-ECTR-SALES REV F


Single-portal Endoscopic Surgery
SmartRelease Carpal & Cubital Tunnel Product Brochure
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SmartRelease Carpal Tunnel Surgical Protocol
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SmartRelease Cubital Tunnel Surgical Protocol
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SmartRelease Trigger Finger Surgical Protocol
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SmartRelease® Upper Extremity Cleaning & Sterilization Information
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Carpal Tunnel Patient Information
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Cubital Tunnel Patient Information
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Neuropraxia White Paper Summary
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SmartRelease® Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release Technique Animation

Key Steps for a Safe and Effective Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release

with Dr. Michael Wheatley, MD and Dr. Steve L. Peterson, MD

 

Tips & Tricks for Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release

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SmartRelease® Lower Extremi... SmartRelease® Lower Extremity System

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Standard Blade Assembly... Standard Blade  Assembly

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