

Ulnar tunnel syndrome
If you have :
- Pain on the inside part of the elbow
- Numbness or tingling in the ring and little finger
- Grip strength weakness
you might have an ulnar (cubital) tunnel syndrome.
The ulnar nerve passes in a tunnel on the inside of the elbow, where it can be compressed or irritated.
Most of the time, it involves a positional compression syndrome.
Neurological examination confirms the compression area and the severity of nerve damage, which can guide through:
- In the early stages, a night splint and activity modification are effective.
- In the late stages, surgery is indicated to decompress the ulnar nerve. It is usually done under regional anesthesia (brachial plexus block).
In severe or long-standing cases, tingling and strength weakness may become constant. Recovery depends upon the severity and the duration of the nerve compression.
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Ulnar tunnel syndrome
If you have :
- Pain on the inside part of the elbow
- Numbness or tingling in the ring and little finger
- Grip strength weakness
you might have an ulnar tunnel syndrome.
The ulnar nerve passes in a tunnel on the inside of the elbow, where it can be compressed or irritated.
Most of the time, it involves a positional compression syndrome.
Neurological examination confirms the compression area and the severity of nerve damage, which can guide through:
- In the early stages, a night splint and activity modification are considered.
- In the late stages, surgery decompresses the ulnar nerve. It is usually done on an inpatient basis, under regional anesthesia (axillary brachial plexus block).
In severe or long-standing cases, tingling and strength weakness may become constant. Recovery depends upon the severity and the duration of the nerve compression.
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