Your hands rely on nerves that run down your arms and into your fingers. These nerves include the ulnar nerve, which is located on the inside of your arm and runs through the cubital tunnel, located near the inside of your elbow. Over time, the ulnar nerve can become compressed, leading to pain, tingling, numbness, and hand weakness. It's important to find a cubital tunnel doctor to discuss cubital tunnel release if you suspect you have this condition.
Because there is very little protective padding near your elbow, your ulnar nerve is susceptible to pressure from activities that place weight or pressure on that part of the arm. This pressure can cause numbness, tingling, pain, or hand weakness. While the general causes of the cubital tunnel syndrome are well understood, the exact cause of a patient’s cubital tunnel syndrome usually is not known. Some people experience symptoms of cubital tunnel syndrome in their elbows, radiating down to the fourth and fifth fingers of their affected hand. Depending on the severity of the compression, you may experience:
Because we strive to help our patients achieve the best possible outcome, we are happy to share some additional information about conditions of the hand and wrist in our blogs. You can find more detailed information, including some facts about Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, common symptoms and more in a few of the blogs shared below.
At your initial appointment, your MHS physician will conduct a thorough examination and discuss your condition before customizing the best treatment plan for your needs. If your physician recommends therapy, our experienced occupational therapists will work closely with your physician throughout the treatment plan to ensure you progress as expected.
MHS is committed to bringing the highest level of expertise, leading edge therapeutic approaches, and the most advanced equipment, all to achieve the best possible outcome for you. Call us at 630-359-6888, or contact us today through our secure form to schedule a prompt appointment.
Because we strive to help our patients achieve the best possible outcome, we are happy to share some additional information about conditions of the hand and wrist in our blogs. You can find more detailed information, including some facts about Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, common symptoms and more in a few of the blogs shared below.
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