Cubital Tunnel Syndrome


The cubital tunnel is a tube made of muscle, bone, and ligament at the elbow. Ulnar nerve is a nerve that supplies the little and ring finger and can sometimes get compressed in this tunnel leading to sporadic numbness, tingling, and discomfort. This is known as cubital tunnel syndrome.



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Cubital tunnel is a part of the elbow joint through which an important nerve (Ulnar nerve) of the hand travels. Here this nerve can be subjected to compression and may undergo permanent damage if left untreated. The symptoms usually involve numbness and tingling in the little and ring fingers. For the management of Cubital tunnel syndrome, nonsurgical treatments are available. Surgery is advised for ulnar nerve compression if nonsurgical therapy is ineffective or if the problem results in chronic discomfort, tingling, or numbness. To alleviate the compression, the tissue protecting the ulnar nerve in this region is cut, which helps in relieving extra pressure on the nerve. Pain and numbness usually subside within a few months after the procedure.

Procedure Details:

  • Expected Surgery Time: 1 hours
  • Done Under: Local Anaesthesia
  • Hospitalisation: day
  • Supporting Garment: Not required

Follow-Up Details:

  • Next Follow-up: 1 week after surgery
  • Return to light work: 1 - 2 weeks after the procedure
  • Return to moderately heavy physical work: 3 - 4 months
  • Return to heavy physical work (workout): Physiotherapy occasionally needed

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Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

The cubital tunnel is a tube made of muscle, bone, and ligament at the elbow. Ulnar nerve is a nerve that supplies the little and ring finger and can sometimes get compressed in this tunnel leading to sporadic numbness, tingling, and discomfort. This is known as cubital tunnel syndrome.