Ulnar neuropathy at the elbow

Ulnar neuropathy at the elbow
Anatomy of the ulnar nerve
SpecialtyNeurology 

Idiopathic ulnar neuropathy at the elbow is a condition where pressure on the ulnar nerve as it passes through the cubital tunnel causes ulnar neuropathy. The symptoms of neuropathy are paresthesia (tingling) and numbness (loss of sensation) primarily affecting the little finger and ring finger of the hand. Ulnar neuropathy can progress to weakness and atrophy of the muscles in the hand (interossei and small and ring finger lumbrical). Symptoms can be alleviated by using a splint to prevent the elbow from flexing while sleeping.

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