Ulnar neuropathy is inflammation or compression of the ulnar nerve – if there are sensations of pins and needles, numbness with or without tingling along the ring and little fingers, there could be an element of ulnar neuropathy.
The ulnar nerve is one of the three main nerves of the forearm. It originates from the neck, passes through the axilla, goes around the medial epicondyle/ “funny bone” of the elbow, and travels towards the ring and little fingers.
This nerve gives sensations to inner half of the hand, as well as muscle power to half of the forearm, part of the thumb, ring and little fingers. When the ulnar nerve is irritated or compressed, it is called ulnar neuropathy. The most common point of ulnar nerve compression is at the elbow and this condition is called Cubital Tunnel Syndrome.
Ulnar neuropathy is the inflammation or compression of the ulnar nerve. Here’s a look at the causes, symptoms and treatment.