Corrective Muscle Therapy

Today I went to see a doctor that does "Corrective Muscle Therapy." I have carpal tunnel and suppose to have surgery next month. I have friends who told me about this doctor that could possibly help me avoid surgery.   So he said I had muscles/tendons/ligaments that were twisted and turned the wrong way and that he could correct it.  He poked, prodded, twisted, turned, and squeezed (very tightly) my hands, arms, and shoulders. I felt relief but pain at the same time. He said it would feel weird for a few days, since they've been in the wrong position for some time, however, my arm looks swollen and really hurts.  I just hope this works.