Cubital tunnel syndrome is a health condition that involves compression of stretching of the ulnar nerve. The ulnar nerve supplies the muscles of the hand and what is commonly known as the funny bone.

You’ve probably heard of carpal tunnel – a syndrome that affects the wrist – very common in those with repetitive office work. But there’s a lesser known culprit of pain, numbness and tingling in your ...

Most people have heard of carpal tunnel syndrome, and likely even know someone who suffers from it. Cubital tunnel syndrome is less common but also can cause debilitating symptoms, such as numbness in ...

The ulnar nerve originates from the brachial plexus which is a complex neural network in the shoulder, extending into the axilla, behind the collarbone. The nerve travels through the elbow, down the ...

Non-surgical treatment strategies are suitable when the symptoms are mild. These are effective in 50 percent of cases. Some of these approaches are indicated below: Surgery benefits over 85 percent of ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I had surgery three months ago to decompress my ulnar nerve. The entrapment was due to an injury from more than 30 years ago. There was extensive nerve damage and scar tissue. He also ...

Results showed favorable outcomes in patients who underwent ulnar nerve anterior transmuscular transposition for treatment of cubital tunnel syndrome. “Ulnar nerve subluxation is more prevalent than ...

DEAR DOCTOR K: I have cubital tunnel syndrome. What’s the best treatment for it? DEAR READER: Cubital tunnel syndrome is a trapped or pinched nerve problem, much like its better-known relative, carpal ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I had surgery three months ago to decompress my ulnar nerve. The entrapment was due to an injury from more than 30 years ago. There was extensive nerve damage and scar tissue. He also ...