Cubital Tunnel Syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
define
A
compression of ulnar nerve behind the medial epicondyle
2
Q
cause of compression
A
Osborne’s fascia
tightness of inter-muscular septum
3
Q
presentation
A
paraesthesia in unlar 1 1/2 fingers and Tinel’s test
weakness in abduction index finger and adductor pollicis
4
Q
diagnosis
A
Tinel’s test
Froment’s test
nerve conduction studies
5
Q
management
A
surgical release
