Cubital Tunnel Syndrome (Ulnar Nerve Transposition or Decompression)

Cubital Tunnel Syndrome is a nerve compression injury in the elbow that involves the ulnar nerve. At the elbow joint, the ulnar nerve passes through a small passage called the Cubital Tunnel, located near the medial and posterior aspect of the elbow (an area which is commonly referred to as the “funny bone”). There are five different sites in this region that can cause compression of the nerve in the Cubital Tunnel. As the nerve becomes compressed or entrapped, it produces pain, discomfort, numbness, and decreased hand strength.