Common Upper Extremity Compression Neuropathies

Explore common upper extremity compression neuropathies in this 41-minute physician grand rounds presentation by Dr. Betsey Bean, a hand and orthopedic surgery specialist from McFarland Clinic. Learn about the pathophysiology of compression neuropathy, double crush syndrome, and associated conditions. Dive into detailed discussions on carpal tunnel syndrome, pronator syndrome, and ulnar nerve disorders, including their anatomy, diagnosis, and treatment options. Gain insights into physical examination techniques, diagnostic tools, and evidence-based treatment approaches for these conditions. Understand the differences between peripheral neuropathy and radiculopathy, and discover the latest medical perspectives on managing upper extremity compression neuropathies.

Intro
EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
PATHOPHYSIOLOGY OF COMPRESSION NEUROPATHY
DOUBLE CRUSH SYNDROME
ASSOCIATED CONDITIONS/PATIENT FACT
MEDIAN NERVE ANATOMY - WRIST
MAKING THE DIAGNOSIS
CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME - TREATMENT
CARPAL TUNNEL RELEASE
WHAT THE EVIDENCE DOES NOT SUPPORT
PRONATOR SYNDROME - HISTORY
PRONATOR SYNDROME - PHYSICAL EXAM
PRONATOR SYNDROME VS CTS?
PRONATOR SYNDROME - TREATMENT
ULNAR NERVE ANATOMY
PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY VS RADICULO
CUBITAL TUNNEL SYNDROME - PHYSICAL EXAM
CUBITAL TUNNEL SYNDROME - PHYSICALI
CUBITAL TUNNEL SYNDROME - DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS
CUBITAL TUNNEL SYNDROME - TREATMENT
ULNAR TUNNEL SYNDROME - HISTORY
ULNAR TUNNEL SYNDROME - PHYSICAL E
ULNAR TUNNEL SYNDROME- TREATMENT