Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

Pressure on the ulna nerve at the elbow resulting in reduced nerve function.
Pins and needles and numbness, often worse on the little finger -side of the hand. There is sometimes pain in the hand and arm: the elbow in particular may be sensitive. The hand may feel weak or clumsy.
Compression may be due to a tight ligament, a muscle or altered anatomy (e.g. after a fracture). Often there is no clear cause.
Splints - a splint may be worn at night to prevent the elbow bending and reduce symptoms
Surgery - Cubital tunnel decompression (release of the ulnar nerve), performed under general anaesthetic as a day case procedure. A curved incision is made around the back of the elbow and the nerve is released. Dissolving stitches are used and the elbow is bandaged for 2 weeks. Average time off work is 3 weeks.