What Is Cubital Tunnel Syndrome?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
8. Recovery
Most patients see gradual improvement of their symptoms with conservative treatment measures, such as rest, ice, medication, and exercise. The pace of your recovery may depend on how serious your symptoms were to begin with and how long you experienced symptoms before seeking treatment.
Follow surgery, your doctor may require you to immobilize your elbow in a splint for a period of time. Usually, this will be a matter of weeks, but the exact duration may depend on the type of procedure you had. Following immobilization, your arm may be stiff and weak. Physical therapy may be necessary to restore your motion and strength.
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