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Ulnar Nerve Compression at the Wrist

Riska Factors and Causes

  • Ganglion cyst

  • Lipoma

  • Repetitive Trauma

  • Ulnar artery thrombosis/aneurysm

  • Hook of hamate fracture

  • Pisiform dislocation

  • Inflammatory Arthritis

  • Anatomic anomaly

OrthoSouth Hand Specialists Can Diagnose and Treat Your Ulnar Nerve Compression

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Signs and Symptoms

A nerve study is a reasonable study to perform for several reasons. The nerve study helps in determining that the patient has ulnar nerve compression, how severe the nerve and muscle are affected, and the relative success that may be obtained following non-operative or surgical treatment.

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Non-Operative Treatment Options

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories may help in reducing symptoms of nerve compression as well as avoiding activities that worsen the symptoms. Patients may find wrist bracing helpful in treatment of ulnar nerve compression at the wrist.

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Surgical Treatment Options

Release of tissue compression the ulnar nerve without or without release of the carpal tunnel is performed to provide relief of symptoms for ulnar nerve compression at the wrist. Tendon transfers may be an additional surgery if the patient presents with severe symptoms of clawing of the hand.

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