Ulnar Tunnel Syndrome
Causes, Symptoms, Complications, Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment
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Ulnar Tunnel Syndrome
The ulnar nerve is one of the three main nerves that cross the elbow and is present in the arms. It descends from the neck to the hand. Ulnar Tunnel Syndrome is a condition that occurs when this nerve is compressed from the wrist. It may result in weakness, numbness, tingling sensation or even pain because of compression.
Ulnar Tunnel Syndrome Causes
The major causes of this condition are:
- Osteoarthritis
- Tumors in the wrist tissue
- Enlargement of the bursa
- Abnormalities in the muscles
- Fracture of the hook of the wrist
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