Cubital tunnel syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
how is it defined
A
compression/ traction on ulnar nerve behind elbow
2
Q
managemnt
A
NSAIDS , activity modification, night time elbow splinting , surgery to release tight structres
3
Q
when is pain mostly bad
A
at night
4
Q
which tests used to help
A
tinnels test ; feel over nerve and feel sensation/ pins and needles and froments test; holding piece of paper
5
Q
symptoms
A
night pain
paraesthia in 4th and fifth finger
6
Q
what does the ulnar nerve pass through under elbow
A
cubital tunnel
7
Q
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