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]
26 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 7 tagged with Ulnar neuropathy itself.
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Cubital tunnel syndrome 15 trials
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Ulnar nerve lesion 2 trials
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New surgical technique aims to restore hand pinch after nerve injury
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a surgical procedure that moves two tendons in the forearm to help people with long-term ulnar nerve damage regain the ability to pinch. 17 adults aged 18-60 with stable joints and no other nerve injuries will be followed for 12 weeks after surgery. The goal is t…
Sponsor: Sohag University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Elbow nerve surgery showdown: which procedure works best?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study compares two common surgeries for ulnar neuropathy at the elbow: simple decompression and subcutaneous anterior transposition. Researchers will enroll 378 adults with confirmed ulnar nerve issues to see which surgery better improves hand function and reduces pain. Part…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC