What is Cubital Tunnel Syndrome?
The cubital tunnel is a small channel on the inside of the elbow made up of muscle, bone, and ligaments, with the ulnar nerve running through the middle of it. The top of the cubital tunnel is covered by a soft tissue called fascia.
The ulnar nerve can get stretched and trapped on the bony bump at the back of the elbow when the elbow is bent. This can cause the nerve to get damaged and inflamed, leading to various symptoms known as cubital tunnel syndrome.
This condition leads to pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness in the ring and little fingers.
The Causes of Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Cubital tunnel syndrome is caused by pressure or irritation of the ulnar nerve at the elbow. Some possible causes of cubital tunnel syndrome are:
Bending the elbow for long periods or repeatedly can stretch and trap the nerve on the bony bump at the back of the elbow.
Arthritis, bone spurs, or previous elbow fractures can narrow the cubital tunnel and compress the nerve.
Swelling or inflammation of the elbow joint, which can put pressure on the nerve.
Repetitive activities involving the elbow, including throwing, hammering, or playing musical instruments, can irritate the nerve.
If you think you have cubital tunnel syndrome, you should consult our neurosurgeon in Dubai for diagnosis and treatment.
The Symptoms of Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
The symptoms may be caused by pressure or irritation of the ulnar nerve.
Some common symptoms of cubital tunnel syndrome are:
- Numbness and tingling in the hand and/or ring and little fingers, mainly when the elbow is bent.
- Weak grip due to the muscle weakness in the affected arm and hand.
- Aching pain on the inside of the elbow.
- Hand pain.
If you have these symptoms, you should see a doctor for a proper cubital tunnel syndrome treatment in Dubai.
The Diagnosis of Cubital Tunnel Syndrome.
Cubital tunnel syndrome is diagnosed by a combination of medical history, physical exam, and nerve function tests. Our doctor may ask about your symptoms, activities, and medical conditions affecting the ulnar nerve.
The doctor may also examine your elbow, arm, and hand for signs of nerve compression, such as numbness, tingling, weakness, or pain.
We may perform some tests to check the nerve function, such as:
Nerve conduction test:
Electromyogram (EMG):
X-ray:
These tests can help our neurosurgeon in Dubai with the diagnosis of cubital tunnel syndrome and rule out other possible causes of your symptoms.
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome Treatment
There are both surgical and nonsurgical treatments for cubital tunnel syndrome, depending on the severity and cause of the condition.
Some of the common treatments are:
- Taking a break and avoiding activities that aggravate the condition, such as bending the elbow.
- Using an elbow pad to protect the nerve from pressure or injury.
- Taking anti-inflammatory medicines to ease swelling and pain.
- Wearing a splint or brace at night to keep the elbow straight.
- Doing nerve gliding exercises to improve nerve movement.
- Having surgery to release the nerve or move it to a different location if other treatments do not work.
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Consult Dr. Martin Liner for Cubital Tunnel Syndrome Treatment in Dubai
If you suffer from Cubital Tunnel Syndrome you need expert care from a qualified neurosurgeon in Dubai.
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