what is ulnar neurpathy?

Question

i recently went to a speacialist because i was having some moderate pain in my hands. well i was told i have bi-laterial neuropathy. but they also said i have ulnar neuropathy in my right elbow. i do not know what this is.

Answer 1

Welcome to a possible second opinion. (And if you go back to this specialist introduce him to a book condensed from other ones he should have) The Trigger Point Therapy Workbook by Davies is a book (300 +/- pages) that is written in plain English (for the normal non-medical person). It teaches about muscles, pain and referred pain. Better yet it teaches how to deal with most of that pain without the aid of an extra person. (75% success rate)
In essence what your specialist is telling your is that for some reason that he probably does not know the nerves in your hands (bi-lateral is both hands) have a problem.

Answer 2

Synonyms and related keywords: bicycle's neuropathy, cubital tunnel syndrome, Guyon canal syndrome, Guyon's canal syndrome, tardy ulnar palsy, ulnar palsy tarda

Background: The ulnar nerve is an extension of the medial cord of the brachial plexus. This is a mixed nerve, which supplies innervation to muscles in the forearm and hand and provides sensation over the fourth and fifth digits of the hand, palm, and posterior aspect of the forearm (dorsal cutaneous). The most common site of entrapment is in the elbow. Tardy ulnar palsy was first described in 1878.


Pathophysiology: The nerve, axon, and myelin can be affected. Within the axon, fascicles to individual muscles may be involved selectively. Conduction block implies impaired transmission through a segment of nerve. Axonal involvement leads to motor unit loss and amplitude/area reduction. Significant slowing of conduction with preserved axonal integrity suggests isolated demyelination (ie, abnormal temporal dispersion).

Answer 3

In the general population, abnormalities in the ulnar nerve at the elbow in asymptomatic subjects are common (about 40%). This is not a complete answer but you can find more at e-medicine.
The elbow is the second most common site of nerve entrapment in the upper extremity, the first being the wrist (ie, carpal tunnel syndrome).

Answer 4

Definition:
Ulnar nerve dysfunction involves impaired movement or sensation in the wrist and hand caused by damage to the ulnar nerve.

Alternative Names:
Neuropathy - ulnar nerve; Ulnar nerve palsy

Causes, incidence, and risk factors:
Ulnar nerve dysfunction is a common form of peripheral neuropathy. It occurs when there is damage to the ulnar nerve, which travels down the arm, supplying flexion (bending movement) to the wrist and aiding movement and sensation of the wrist and hand.

Dysfunction of a single nerve group (such as the ulnar nerve) is classed as mononeuropathy. Mononeuropathy implies a local cause of the nerve damage, although systemic disorders may occasionally cause isolated nerve damage such as occurs with mononeuritis multiplex.

The usual causes are direct trauma, prolonged external pressure on the nerve, or compression of the nerve caused by swelling or injury of nearby body structures. Entrapment involves pressure on the nerve where it passes through a narrow structure.

The damage involves destruction of the myelin sheath of the nerve, or destruction of part of the nerve cell (the axon). This damage slows or prevents conduction of impulses through the nerve.

The ulnar nerve is commonly injured at the elbow because of elbow fracture or dislocation. The ulnar nerve is near the surface of the body where it crosses the elbow, so prolonged pressure on the elbow or entrapment of the nerve may cause damage.

Prolonged pressure on the base of the palm may also cause damage to part of the ulnar nerve, resulting in symptoms that are localized to the small hand muscles. In some cases, no detectable cause can be identified.

The mechanical factors may be complicated by ischemia (lack of oxygen related to decreased blood flow) in the area.



Treatment:
This version of the Encyclopedia has no treatment information. Please discuss any and all treatment options for your condition with your healthcare professional.

Expectations (prognosis):
If the cause of the dysfunction can be identified and successfully treated, there is a possibility of full recovery. The extent of disability varies from none to partial or complete loss of movement or sensation. Nerve pain may be uncomfortable and persist for a prolonged period of time. If pain is severe and continuing, see a pain specialist to be sure you have access to all options for pain treatment.

Complications:
Partial or complete loss of wrist or hand movement
Partial or complete loss of sensation in the hand or fingers
Recurrent or unnoticed injury to the hand
Deformity of the hand




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Answer 5

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