Ulnar Nerve Transposition

Ulnar nerve transposition

The Ulnar Nerve is the main nerve running through the elbow. A Transposition surgery is when a physician moves the ulnar nerve because it is being compressed. Compression of the Ulnar Nerve can result in “Cubital Tunnel Syndrome” and is the second-most common nerve entrapment syndrome following carpal tunnel syndrome.

Symptoms

Procedure

If non-invasive treatments do not relieve the symptoms in your elbow, a surgery may be recommended.

Procedure

Relieving the compression of the Ulnar Nerve can happen with a simple decompression. This is when the “roof” of the cubital tunnel is removed.

In an Ulnar Nerve Transposition the Ulnar nerve is moved from the Ulnar Nerve from behind the elbow to the front of the elbow. The nerve can either be placed under the muscle tissue or on top of it.

Your AVALA Hand specialist will be able to discuss your options and recommendations at an appointment.

Recovery Time

The surgery may be done on an out-patient basis or may require one night in the hospital. This will depend on the patient and the recommendation of your doctor. The nerves will need several months to heal and a full recover time will vary based on the severity of nerve and tissue damage.