Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: "Funny Bone" That's No Laughing Matter . Ever hit your "funny bone" and felt that tingling sensation shoot through your arm? That's actually your
#ulnarnerve and when it becomes compressed or irritated at the elbow, it can lead to a condition called cubital tunnel syndrome. This common nerve compression disorder affects the ulnar nerve as it passes through a tunnel of tissue behind your elbow's medial epicondyle. When the nerve gets squeezed, it can't properly transmit signals to your hand and fingers. . Key
#CubitalTunnel Syndrome Symptoms: - Numbness/tingling in ring + little fingers - Grip strength weakness
#NerveCompression - Hand clumsiness - Pain on inside of elbow - Symptoms often worsen when bending your elbow ⚠️ Common Causes: - Prolonged elbow bending (phone use, sleep position) - Leaning on elbows frequently - Prior elbow injuries - Arthritis/inflammation . Treatment typically starts conservatively with Activity modification, Night splinting, Ergonomic adjustments, Anti-inflammatory medications and Nerve gliding exercises. Don't ignore persistent symptoms - early intervention is key! If conservative treatments don't provide relief, surgical options are available to decompress the nerve. Severe cubital syndrome can require surgical intervention - more info on those procedures up soon.
#PhysicalTherapy #tinglingfingers #numbnessinhands . 👇 Dealing with finger tingling and numbness? What has made the biggest difference?