Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

Cubital Tunnel Syndrome - How to prevent?

Cubital Tunnel Syndrome - Treatments

Your care team may suggest the following surgery:

Cubital tunnel release: Release the nerve
Anterior transposition: Move the nerve to the front of the elbow
Medial epicondylectomy: Remove part of the bone

Therapy may be needed after surgery. The time the nerve takes to recover can vary according to each individual. If your symptoms are severe, the surgery and therapy session may not be able to relieve the condition totally.

Cubital Tunnel Syndrome - Preparing for surgery

Cubital Tunnel Syndrome - Post-surgery care

Hand Surgery

Article contributed by Hand ＆ Reconstructive Microsurgery, Singapore General Hospital

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