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Cubital Tunnel Release Surgery in Malaysia – Dr Sashi, SD Clinic

Cubital tunnel syndrome is caused by compression of the ulnar nerve at the elbow, leading to tingling, numbness, and weakness in the hand.

Dr Sashi, orthopaedic specialist at SD Clinic, Malaysia offers cubital tunnel release surgery to relieve nerve compression and restore normal function. 

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Symptoms Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

  • Tingling in the ring and little fingers
  • Numbness and weakness in the hand
  • Hand clumsiness and difficulty gripping
  • Wasting of hand muscles in severe cases

Surgery Options - Cubital Tunnel Release

  • Simple Decompression – relieving pressure by opening the tunnel
  • Ulnar Nerve Transposition – moving the nerve to a safer position
  • Medial Epicondylectomy – removing part of the bone to ease pressure

Benefits of Cubital Tunnel Release

  • Relief of numbness and tingling
  • Improved hand strength
  • Prevention of permanent nerve damage

Recovery of Cubital Tunnel Release

  • Sling for a few days
  • Light use in 1–2 weeks
  • Gradual recovery over 4–6 weeks

Related Procedures

Learn more on our Upper Limb Surgery Malaysia page.

Dr Sashi Darshan

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

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FAQs Cubital Tunnel Release - numbness

Will numbness disappear immediately?

Some improvement is immediate, full recovery may take weeks.

Only when conservative methods fail.

Conclusion

For persistent ulnar nerve symptoms, cubital tunnel release at SD Clinic with Dr Sashi offers effective relief and prevents long-term damage.

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enquiry@orthopedicspecialist.com.my

+603-8769 9524

+6013 4485856

Suite 35, 6th Floor, KPJ Kajang Specialist Hospital, Jalan Cheras, Kampung Sungai Kuantan, 43000 Kajang, Selangor