Radial Tunnel Syndrome
Radial tunnel syndrome is compression of the radial nerve in the forearm. It causes pain in the outer elbow and back of the forearm, sometimes with wrist or finger extension weakness.
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Treatment starts with avoiding aggravating activities, resting, stretching, and using cold packs.
Non-surgical treatment:
• Elbow or wrist splinting to limit motion and reduce nerve irritation
• Anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs)
• Steroid injections into the radial tunnel
• Physical therapy to strengthen muscles and reduce pain
Surgical treatment:
For severe cases that don't respond to conservative care, surgical decompression is effective. Through a small incision over the back of the elbow, the radial tunnel is widened to relieve pressure on the nerve.
Patients typically go home the same day with oral pain medication and return for follow-up within a few days.