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Study Shows Transposition Surgery Trending Better Than Decompression for Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
A study on cubital tunnel surgery published in October 2008 has some interesting results:
1. Transposition is better than decompression Odds of improvement with simple decompression versus anterior transposition were 0.751. This indicates a trend toward an improved clinical outcome with transposition of the ulnar nerve as opposed to simple decompression. In other words, transposition surgery [...]
Recovery Time from Cubital Tunnel Surgery
Cubital tunnel syndrome (CuTS) is a repetitive stress injury (RSI) that feels like you hit your funny bone. CuTS is caused when the ulnar nerve in your arm is irritated, pinched or damaged, typically at the bony point on the elbow. If left untreated, CuTS can result in extreme pain, surgery or an unusable hand.
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Top 10 Things You Need to Know About Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
If you have pain or numbness in your ring & little fingers or your elbow, it’s quite possible that you suffer from Cubital Tunnel Syndrome (CuTS). CuTS is a repetitive stress injury (RSI) that feels like you hit your funny bone. CuTS is caused when the ulnar nerve in your arm is irritated, pinched or [...]
Cardinals Star Albert Pujols has Ulnar Transposition Surgery
St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols had surgery on his right elbow to relieve severe cubital tunnel syndrome. Pujols’ operation was performed by Cardinals team physician Dr. George Paletta. The surgery included decompression and transposition of the ulnar nerve, but did not require reconstruction of the medial collateral ligament as was initially feared.
Study Questions Transposition Surgery for Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
A new study published in the September 2008 issue of Current Orthopaedic Practice indicates that ulnar nerve transposition surgery often does not provide additional benefit over simple decompression surgery for cubital tunnel syndrome.
Integra LifeSciences Develops EndoRelease for Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Integra LifeSciences has introduced a new EndoRelease system that provides a minimally invasive approach to the treatment of cubital tunnel syndrome.
My Experience with Ulnar Decompression Surgery for Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
I was diagnosed with cubital tunnel syndrome 3 years ago. My symptoms were considered "moderate": measurable loss of nerve conduction, moderate to severe pain at times, slight numbness, some weakness, but no atrophy. I had been attempting conservative treatment, including wearing a splint at night, wrist brace during the day, exercises, special computer keyboard and [...]
Preparation for Cubital Tunnel Surgery
Cubital tunnel surgery is a major operation that requires some preparation by the patient. Although severe complications are unlikely, it’s important to follow a few key guidelines to ensure your cubital tunnel surgery goes well.
Studies on Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
There have been numerous medical studies of cubital tunnel syndrome patients, treatments and surgeries. The results can be found on the Web and in medical journals. The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery is a terrific source of cubital tunnel studies.
This article lists some of the major cubital tunnel studies and briefly summarizes [...]
