Ulnar neuropathy
MONDO:0007006Disease involving the ulnar nerve from its origin in the brachial plexus to its termination in the hand. Clinical manifestations may include paresis or paralysis of wrist flexion, finger flexion, thumb adduction, finger abduction, and finger adduction. Sensation over the medial palm, fifth finger, and ulnar aspect of the ring finger may also be impaired. Common sites of injury include the axilla, cubital tunnel at the elbow, and Guyon's canal at the wrist. (From Joynt, Clinical Neurology, 1995, Ch51 pp43-5)
Also known as: mononeuropathy of ulnar nerve, ulnar nerve mononeuropathy, ulnar neuropathy (disorder) [ambiguous]
25 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Electric zaps to wrist muscles may speed hand recovery after nerve surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding EMG-triggered electrical stimulation to standard physiotherapy can help people regain hand function after median or ulnar nerve repair. The stimulation activates wrist and finger extensor muscles weakened by post-surgery immobilization. Twenty-six …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Pamukkale University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Antioxidant pill may cut opioid use after surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether taking N-acetylcysteine (NAC), a common supplement, before and after hand or foot surgery can reduce pain and the need for opioid painkillers. About 80 adults will be randomly assigned to take NAC or a placebo for 14 days. Researchers will track pain, fun…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Arizona • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Hand rehab revolution? early data may predict recovery months ahead
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 60 adults with hand or upper limb injuries to see if improvements in the first weeks of rehab can predict function months later. A digital tool created by a therapist tracks progress and patient feedback. The goal is to help clinicians make better, data-driven …
Sponsor: Hacettepe University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Ultrasound or touch? study tests best way to locate key hand nerve
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will compare two methods for locating the ulnar nerve in the wrist: using ultrasound imaging versus measuring physical landmarks. Researchers will enroll 40 healthy adults to see which technique is more reliable for placing stimulating electrodes. The goal is to improv…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC