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It\u2019s the second most common nerve compression condition of the upper extremity, after carpal tunnel syndrome.[\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Symptoms&#8221; image_icon_width=&#8221;60px&#8221; icon_alignment=&#8221;left&#8221; content_max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.9&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\u2022 Numbness or tingling in the ring and small fingers<br \/>\n\u2022 Aching pain on the inside of the elbow<br \/>\n\u2022 Weakness in the hand, particularly with grip strength and fine motor tasks<br \/>\n\u2022 Symptoms that worsen with prolonged elbow bending, such as sleeping with the elbow flexed[\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Causes and Risk Factors&#8221; image_icon_width=&#8221;50px&#8221; icon_alignment=&#8221;left&#8221; content_max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.9&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]Cubital tunnel syndrome can result from prolonged pressure on the elbow, repetitive elbow bending, previous elbow fracture or dislocation, or fluid buildup that increases pressure on the nerve.[\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221;Treatment Options&#8221; image_icon_width=&#8221;50px&#8221; icon_alignment=&#8221;left&#8221; content_max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.9&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]Activity modification and nighttime elbow splinting &#8211; Nerve-gliding exercises through hand therapy &#8211; Anti-inflammatory medication &#8211; Cubital tunnel release surgery for persistent or worsening symptoms, particularly with muscle weakness[\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=&#8221; Why Choose Hand &#038; Upper Extremity Center of New England&#8221; image_icon_width=&#8221;50px&#8221; icon_alignment=&#8221;left&#8221; content_max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.9&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]Our team distinguishes cubital tunnel syndrome from other causes of hand numbness using a thorough clinical exam, and, when needed, coordinates nerve conduction studies to confirm the diagnosis before recommending treatment.[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;Call To Action&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.9&#8243; background_enable_color=&#8221;off&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/sentient.project-sites.com\/huec\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/border.png&#8221; background_size=&#8221;contain&#8221; background_position=&#8221;center_left&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;50px|0px|100px|0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0|0px|0|0px|false|false&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;#f0f1f4&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=&#8221;on&#8221; 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