First of all we mentioned:
1.Cubital Tunnel Syndrome:
It is a condition characterized by compression of the ulnar nerve in an area of the elbow
called the cubital tunnel.
Treatment:
Conservative treatment options may include:
● Avoid frequent bending of the elbow.
● Ultrasound therapy,Laser treatment,NCS and TENS.
● Avoid pressure to the elbow by not leaning on it.
● Elbow pads may be worn to decrease pressure when working at a desk.
● Wear a brace or splint at night while sleeping to keep the elbow in a straight position.
● Avoid activities that tend to bring on the symptoms.
● NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) such as ibuprofen or aspirin may
be ordered to reduce swelling.
● Referral to OT (Occupational Therapy) for instruction in strengthening and stretching
exercises.
Post-Operative Care:
Common post-operative guidelines include:
● A bulky dressing with a plaster splint is usually applied following surgery for 10-14
days.
● Elevating the arm above heart level and moving the fingers are important to prevent
swelling.
● The arm dressing is removed after 10-14 days for removal of the sutures.
● Elbow immobilization for 3 weeks after surgery is usually indicated.
● Ice packs are applied to the surgical area to reduce swelling.
● Keep the surgical incision clean and dry.
● Occupational Therapy will be ordered a few weeks after surgery for strengthening
and stretching exercises.
2.Tennis Elbow:
Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is a condition characterized by elbow pain
due to overuse or overstretching of the elbow.
Treatment:
Surgery is indicated in case of severe pain and stiffness of the elbow joint.
Various non-surgical modes of treatment include:
● Rest: Complete restriction of activities for a few weeks to lessen strain on your elbow.
Elbow straps, braces or splints may be used to support the elbow and minimize the
excessive stress on the damaged tendons and muscles.
● Medications:
Take medications as prescribed by your doctor to reduce pain and
inflammation.
● Physical or occupational therapy:
Learn appropriate hand exercises that help
strengthen your forearm muscles. Various modalities of physical therapy such as
massage, ultrasound, and muscle stimulation may also be performed to improve the
affected muscle strength.
● Laser therapy, light therapy, bipolar interferential current, transcutaneous electrical
nerve stimulation (TENS), pulsed electromagnetic field therapy, iontophoresis and
phonophoresis.
● Use proper equipment.
● Apply ice bags wrapped in a towel over the affected elbow for 15-20 minute.
● Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy is a mode of therapeutic treatment for soft
tissue injuries.
● Corticosteroid injections (anti-inflammatories) relieve pain and stiffness when injected
to the affected muscle.
● Acupuncture treatment.
● Surgery is considered as the last treatment option. It is recommended if the patient
has unrelieved pain despite other treatments for more than 6 months.
Post-operative care:
You may have to wear a temporary splint immediately after surgery, to prevent arm
movements. Sutures along with the splint are removed one to two weeks after the surgery.
Your surgeon will recommend stretching and strengthening exercises to follow for a
successful recovery.
PHYSIOHEALER. 