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Ulnar nerve transposition

Ulnar nerve transposition relocates the elbow nerve to a free zone to improve tingling and weakness in the hand.

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The ulnar nerve runs from the upper arm to the forearm along the inner side of the elbow.

With compression or malposition, tingling can occur in the fingers supplied by this nerve and, over time, weakness in small muscles of the hand.

By relocating the nerve to a zone where it no longer snags, those symptoms can improve.

When is this treatment appropriate?

During the consultation, we assess whether this treatment fits your situation.

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Often suitable for

Tingling in the fingers supplied by the ulnar nerve

Weakness in the hand

Compression or malposition of the nerve at the elbow

Confirmed diagnosis via EMG

Hand die de elleboog vasthoudt bij nervus ulnaris problematiek.

How does the treatment proceed?

History and clinical examination often already point to ulnar nerve irritation. EMG confirms the diagnosis.

Through an incision at the elbow, the nerve is released and relocated to a zone where it can no longer become entrapped.

Confirm diagnosis

EMG confirms irritation or compression of the ulnar nerve.

Release the nerve

Through an incision at the elbow, the nerve is exposed.

Transposition

The nerve is moved to a zone where entrapment is no longer possible.

Hand in rust op de behandeltafel bij nervus ulnaris behandeling.

For ulnar nerve transposition we choose an approach that fits your expectations, with precise technique and smooth recovery.

Dr. Thomas Muyldermans

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From consultation to recovery

A clear path with personal guidance, from the first conversation to a beautiful and natural result.

Greep rond de onderarm nabij de elleboog bij nervus ulnaris.

  1. Consultation

    History, clinical examination, and EMG confirm the diagnosis.

  2. The procedure

    The operation takes approximately 30 minutes under regional anesthesia.

  3. Plaster splint

    A plaster splint is applied initially.

  4. Mobilization

    You may move your fingers immediately after the procedure.

  5. Follow-up

    Sutures and splint are removed after 10 to 14 days. Tingling and strength improve only later due to slow nerve recovery.

Frequently asked questions

Why is an EMG needed?

Electromyography confirms the diagnosis of ulnar nerve irritation.

How long does the splint stay on?

Sutures and splint are removed after 10 to 14 days.

When do the tingling sensations improve?

Tingling and any weakness improve only after some time, because nerve recovery is slow.

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