Cubital tunnel perfusion in different postures-An anatomical investigation.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction/aims

For cubital tunnel syndrome, the avoidance of predisposing arm positions and the use of elbow splints are common conservative treatment options. The rationale is to prevent excessive stretching and compression of the nerve in the cubital tunnel, as this mechanical stress impedes intraneural perfusion. Data regarding those upper extremity postures to avoid, or whether elbow flexion alone is detrimental, are inconsistent. This study aimed to assess perfusion and size changes of the cubital tunnel during different postures in an experimental cadaver setup.

Methods

Axillary arteries in 30 upper extremities of fresh cadavers were injected with ultrasound contrast agent. High-resolution ultrasound of the cubital tunnel was performed during five different arm post

SUBMITTER: Rossmann T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9292220 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature