Carpel tunnel questions. [View all]

I'm an avid knitter and sewer, and an occasional quilter. But in the past few years I have developed carpel tunnel syndrome which is getting worse. My ability to enjoy crafts and create quality items is beginning to deteriorate. Has anyone undergone carpel tunnel surgery, and if so, was it successful? Would you recommend it? How long was the recovery?
I'm not sure our insurance would cover it, but I might be willing to pay anyway, if I was sure it would help in the long term.
Crafting has always given me so much pleasure, I truly don't want to lose this part of my life.