Carpal Tunnel Release and Cubital Tunnel Release Surgery in Wichita, KS

Cubital tunnel release and carpal tunnel release surgeries are procedures designed to alleviate nerve compression in specific areas of the arm and hand.

In cubital tunnel release, the ulnar nerve, which runs along the inner elbow, is decompressed. A 3-inch incision is made along the nerve’s path, and the roof of the cubital tunnel is opened to reduce pressure. In some cases, the nerve is also repositioned (transposed) to further relieve tension. This surgery is often performed when the ulnar nerve is mildly compressed, resulting in symptoms such as numbness or weakness in the forearm and hand.

Carpal tunnel release targets the median nerve, which runs through the wrist. One or more small incisions are made in the wrist to cut the carpal ligament. By severing this ligament, the space within the carpal tunnel is enlarged, reducing pressure on the median nerve. This procedure relieves symptoms such as pain, numbness, and weakness in the hand.

Both surgeries aim to restore normal nerve function and reduce discomfort caused by nerve compression, though they address different anatomical regions and nerves.