Ulnar nerve

patient and in extreme cases may progress to loss of function of the hand (Cutts, S., 2007). Some specialists refer to this condition as ulnar nerve compression as it takes place within the cubital tunnel and most commonly occurs at the elbow (Trehan et al, 2012). Pressure is put on the ulnar nerve each time the elbow is bent which reduces the supply of blood to the nerves and causing damage over time (Trehan et al, 2012). This condition is debilitating…

A distal transhumeral amputation typically occurs above the elbow. Cheesborough et al. suggest preserving the humerus bone segment at an approximate length of 6 to 8 cm. In addition to the length they recommend fixating the humerus at a 70 degree angle with a metal plate to give the arm rotational and leverage control when using a prosthetic arm (Cheesborough et al.,2015). In addition the shape and length of the residual humerus bone allows for increased suspension of a prosthetic arm (Tintle…

The deep branch provides motor innervations to the extensor carpi radialis longus/brevis, supinator, brachioradialis, extensor pollicis longus, abductor pollicis longus, extensor pollicis brevis, and extensor digitorum muscles, so you can injure the nerve without experiencing any sensor loss (Starkey, et al., 2011). 21. Subcutaneous olecranon bursa a. The subcutaneous olecranon bursa is located between the olecranon process and the skin, and is very susceptible to trauma and infection (Starkey,…

injuries are also known as ulnar collateral ligament (UCL). Tommy John injuries happen when a patient, frequently a baseball player, has recurring stress to the elbow. Baseball pitchers are more apt to get Tommy John injuries because of the repetitive motion of pitching the ball. Consequently, to become more informed on Tommy John surgery, there is a need to become familiar with the procedures, prognosis, risk factors, and complications that can occur from an injured ulnar collateral…

syndrome is caused by compression of the median nerve in the carpal tunnel of the wrist. The median nerve provides sensation to the palmar surface of the first 3 1/2 digits of the hand. Severe cases of carpal tunnel syndrome can also present with wasting of the thenar eminences of the hands. The Phalen test is performed by flexing the patient’s wrists against one another for 1 minute; a positive test elicits paresthesias in the distribution of the median nerve. The reverse Phalen technique is…

Muscles (Grip strength) In this week’s lab, we was doing an experiment on forearm, and its muscle fiber with nerves. The forearm is a part that between the primates’ elbow and wrist. Forearms contain connective tissue, nerve tissue and muscle tissue. In which, connective tissue is just radius and ulnar bones. However, there are a great deal of muscles and nerves in the forearm. When a nerve impulse transmission to synaptosomes induced depolarization, allows calcium ions to enter the cell…

experience lose of feeling in their hands or lose a pule. Treatments for the dislocation may include: seeing a doctor so they can can put the elbow back into place, normally medication is given to ease the pain. The doctor will first have to make sure any nerves or arteries were hurt in the incident by checking for pulse, making sure your fingers and wrist move as well as making sure the blood flow is normal. After there will be an X-ray that will be taken, to identify any further breaks in…

Introduction The repetitive nature of playing a musical instrument may cause a musician to experience discomfort, pain, or injury during the course of their life. This pain is often the result of repetitive movement or overuse of the tendons, nerves, and/or muscles referred to as a repetitive strain injury. One common repetitive strain injury is carpal tunnel syndrome, which occurs due to constant pressure and irritation of the carpal tunnel. For a serious musician, the occurrence of repetitive…

motion at the hip, knee, ankle, or foot. Examination of the left upper extremity shows a posterior splint. This is removed and shows some mild swelling and ecchymoses in and around the posterior aspect of the elbow and ulnar forearm. Axillary, radial, median, and ulnar nerves are intact to motor and sensory tone. There is no evidence of vascular compromise. She is diffusely tender in and around the proximal ulna. Wrist motion is intact, though tender. Elbow motion is not stressed at this…

individual who sustained an injury on 10/20/15 due to grabbing. She presented with a left wrist pain described as severe. A detailed examination of the upper extremities revealed tenderness over the median nerve at the wrist with a positive Tinel’s sign. There was tenderness over the ulnar nerve at the elbow with a positive Tinel’s sign. There was a diminished sensation primarily in the ring and small fingers. There was tenderness over the flexor carpi ulnaris tendon sheath with swelling and…