Question 1

is it okay for my hand to be really swollen after ulnar nerve transposition?

Accepted Answer

No: Most "ulnar nerve surgeries" are releases for compression at elbow level; hand swelling can be reversed by elevation, gentle motion and exercise.
If this answer doesn't cover you, then take your hand back to the surgeon and talk about your specific problem.

Question 2

i have cubitus valgus in left hand as a result of old fracture , 
one month back  i treated with ulnar nerve transposition , 
can i treat my elbow angel?

Accepted Answer

Not usually advised: Unless you have significant functional problems like loss of motion of the elbow correction is most commonly not recommended. To do so would involved a large incision, cutting and re-aligning the bone and putting in plates. It would probably take 10-12 weeks to heal and there is a significant risk of nerve injury.

Question 3

why after ulnar nerve transposition surgery my little finger is cold?

Accepted Answer

: You need to discuss this with your surgeon and "ulnar nerve trans surgery" is a broad term.    I would google ulnar nerve distribution and see if cold sensation to nerve serving little finger does this as it may have been bruised during surgery and may get better.

Question 4

right ulnar nerve transposition 9/30/2014. localized swelling and fever at elbow, but severe pain down forearm into wrist, d4 & d5. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

No. U may have: an infection that requires urgent treatment. Call your Surgeon today for instructions &amp;/or go to the ER.

Question 5

had ulnar nerve transposition surgery. 4/30 /14still numb from elbow to wrist, arm  swells, told angry nerve? how long before it gets normal again?

Accepted Answer

Not ulnar nerve: Sounds like Thoracic Outlet Syndrome may be involved.  Ulnar nerve does not affect the forearm - that is C8 nerve root.  Thoracic Outlet syndrome can cause your arm to swell, if the blood vessels are involved.  See a Neurologist that is well versed in Ulnar neuropathy, Neurogenic and Vascular Thoracic Outlet Syndrome...

Question 6

right ulnar nerve transposition 9/30/2014. new bruising and swelling at wrist with severe [burning] pain down forearm into d4 & d5. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

No: The bruising around the wrist may be the result of blood from the surgical site, slowly tracking down the forearm. If there is new numbness or weakness you should see your surgeon.
If the 4,5 burning is new, it might be from the swelling of forearm but does merit follow up the surgeon, if it persists.

Question 7

can a pinched ulnar nerve cause my arm not to swing, my hand to swell and get pain from the neck and throught the whole arm and hand?

Accepted Answer

?brachial plexus: Could be a thoracic outlet syndrome or even neck problem and you can best sort out with your doctor. An EMG test could pin down diagnosis.

Question 8

what happens after ulnar nerve transposition surgery?

Accepted Answer

Healing: Most ulnar nerve surgeries result in better strength and sensation, and are very beneficial.  Recovery may be noticed as early as 4 weeks, but as late as 4-6 months, assuming no post-op complications.  On occasion, hand therapy is very useful.

Question 9

what occurs after you have ulnar nerve transposition surgery?

Accepted Answer

Therapy: If you have developed weakness you will need physical therapy and exercises to improve the muscle function. It takes a long time to regain the muscle power that is lost. If there is no improvement you will need further nerve conduction studies to find another cause for the problem.

Question 10

what is the usual recovery time for ulnar nerve transposition?

Accepted Answer

Varies: If all goes well, which is to be expected with today's skilled hand surgeons, most recoveries proceed over about 4 weeks, as if the nerve coverings alone were afflicted, it is likely that repair proceeds in a timely fashion.  But if the central axon was damaged, it is a longer process, and indeed, recovery proceeds at the rate of fingernail growth, about 0.1 mm daily.

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I have cubitus valgus in left hand as a result of old fracture , one month back i treated with ulnar nerve transposition , can i treat my elbow angel?

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Why after ulnar nerve transposition surgery my little finger is cold?

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Right ulnar nerve transposition 9/30/2014. localized swelling and fever at elbow, but severe pain down forearm into wrist, d4 & d5. is this normal?

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Had ulnar nerve transposition surgery. 4/30 /14still numb from elbow to wrist, arm swells, told angry nerve? how long before it gets normal again?

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Right ulnar nerve transposition 9/30/2014. new bruising and swelling at wrist with severe [burning] pain down forearm into d4 & d5. is this normal?

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Can a pinched ulnar nerve cause my arm not to swing, my hand to swell and get pain from the neck and throught the whole arm and hand?

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