Cubital Tunnel Surgery

Cubital tunnel surgery is a procedure is performed to alleviate the pressure on the ulnar nerve, which runs through your elbow’s “funny bone” area, known as the cubital tunnel. Symptoms that warrant this surgery typically include numbness, tingling, or weakness in your hand or fingers.

During the operation, your surgeon will make a small incision to access the cubital tunnel. They’ll then either release the ligament roof of the tunnel, relocate the nerve, or remove a portion of bone to create more space for the nerve. Each approach aims to reduce pressure on the ulnar nerve, subsequently relieving your symptoms.