


Needle fasciotomy is an outpatient procedure where one or more fibrous bands (contractures) are cut (sectioned) using a blade or a bevel of a needle. Section is achieved by moving the needle in a sawing motion against the fibrous band. This movement is repeated several times, each time after rotating the needle in a star-shaped pattern in the plane of the palm.

Once partial section has been achieved the finger is extended causing the band to snap. A dry bandage is then secured by elastic tape and placed over the injection site for at least 48 hours.

Coding and clinical classification codes for this guidance

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