Cubital tunnel release decompresses the ulnar nerve at the elbow to relieve numbness, tingling, and weakness in the ring and small fingers caused by prolonged nerve compression.
Recommended for patients with cubital tunnel syndrome causing persistent symptoms including numbness, tingling, grip weakness, or clawing of the fingers that has not improved with conservative management.
Performed under regional or general anesthesia, typically taking 30 to 60 minutes. The nerve may be released in place or transposed to a new position in front of the elbow. Most patients go home the same day.
Risks include incomplete relief, nerve injury, instability of the transposed nerve, infection, and elbow stiffness.
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