This paper reviews current knowledge on management of entrapment neuropathies. An attempt of conservative therapy is appropriate in patients showing no motor deficit, particularly if entrapment neuropathy is associated with an endocrine disorder, potentially avoidable physical activity or with external compression of the nerve. Even though the natural history of entrapment neuropathies is poorly understood, it is well known that their course is not necessarily progressive and spontaneous remissions are not exceptional. This advocates conservative treatment in patients with mild symptoms in early stages of the disease. Such a treatment must ensure getting rid of the factors responsible for development of the neuropathy and usually includes temporary immobilization of the affected limb. Currently available data do not support the value of local steroid injections. Management problems encountered in patients with diabetes mellitus and in the cases of double or multiple crush syndrome were also discussed. Basing on the most recently published clinical data the author reviews indications to surgical treatment in each of the entrapment neuropathies. Operative techniques and strategies were presented and briefly assessed. Attention was drawn to the possible advantages and disadvantages of endoscopic surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome as compared with the open surgery. The results of operative treatment were looked at pointing out typical side effects and complications.