Recovery Time from Cubital Tunnel Surgery
Cubital tunnel syndrome (CuTS) is a repetitive stress injury (RSI) that feels like you hit your funny bone. CuTS is caused when the ulnar nerve in your arm is irritated, pinched or damaged, typically at the bony point on the elbow. If left untreated, CuTS can result in extreme pain, surgery or an unusable hand.
Most doctors recommend that patients undergo conservative treatment before rushing to surgery, except in cases of injury or severe CuTS. Conservative treatment includes wearing a splint to keep your arm straight while sleeping, physical therapy, change in work habits, using tools and technology to reduce repetitive motion, and taking medication to reduce pain.