Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

A condition that involves pressure or stretching entrapment of the ulnar nerve caused by pressure or excessive stretching, common symptoms are numbness or tingling in the ring and small fingers, forearm shooting pain, reduced hand grip, difficulty bending or stretching fingers, and in severe cases hand weakness. Diagnosis is made via physical examination, history taking and nerve conduction test.  Treatment ranges from bracing, exercises, and physical therapy to surgical decompression.