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Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
What is the Prognosis?
Excellent
What is the usual course?
Avoid elbow bending, use padded brace at night. Nerve gliding exercises.
What is the time to return to moderate activity?
1-2 months
What is the time to return to full activity?
3-6 months
Will a NSAID (i.e. Ibuprofen, Advil, Aleeve, Motrin, etc.) help?
Yes
Will I need therapy?
Yes
What is the chance I need surgery?
Moderate
What are the reasons I should seek a surgical evaluation?
If hand weakness develops or worsens, symptoms are severe, moderate to severely abnormal nerve study, failure of nonoperative treatment after 6 months of treatment
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