Handout

Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: Anatomy and Treatment

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Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages

Population:

Adult

Discipline:

OT

Diagnosis:

Nervous System ConditionsOrthopaedics

References:

  • Andrews, K., Rowland, A., Pranjal, A., & Ebraheim, N. (2018). Cubital tunnel syndrome: Anatomy, clinical presentation, and management. Journal of Orthopaedics, 15(3), 832-836.
  • Staples, J. R., & Calfee, R. (2017). Cubital tunnel syndrome. Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 25(10), e215-e224.
  • Burahee, A. S., Sanders, A. D., Shirley, C., & Power, D. M. (2021). Cubital tunnel syndrome. EFORT Open Reviews, 6(9), 743-750.
  • Basson, A., Olivier, B., Ellis, R., Coppieters, M., Stewart, A., & Mudzi, W. (2017). The effectiveness of neural mobilization for Neuromusculoskeletal conditions: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 47(9), 593-615.
  • Svernlöv, B., Larsson, M., Rehn, K., & Adolfsson, L. (2009). Conservative treatment of the cubital tunnel syndrome. Journal of Hand Surgery (European Volume), 34(2), 201-207.

This handout outlines what cubital tunnel syndrome is and what to expect with treatment. It also outlines the anatomy of the cubital tunnel. This printable handout is for occupational therapists working with adult patients, covering Nervous System Conditions and Orthopaedics. Print Resource, US Letter, 2 pages. Members can view and print it.

Use this resource when a patient, family, or colleague asks:

  • How do I explain numbness in the ring and pinky fingers to patients?
  • What are effective conservative treatments for cubital tunnel syndrome?
  • What is cubital tunnel syndrome and how does ulnar nerve compression affect hand function?

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