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     Radial Tunnel Syndrome - What It Is And

    What You Can Do About It?
    What Is Radial Tunnel Syndrome?
    Radial Tunnel Syndrome also known
    as Supinator Syndrome is a condition post written by Anne
    which affects the forearms and Cave, United Kingdom
    elbows. It is often confused with its
    better-known relative, Carpal Tunnel
    Syndrome, but the two are distinct enough to warrant differing diagnoses.
    While Carpal Tunnel Syndrome affects the median nerve in the wrist, Radial
    Tunnel Syndrome affects the radial nerve which runs down the forearm from
    the elbow. The condition causes pain - sometimes intense - and a weak
    sensation in the arms, radiating out into the hands. It is found most
    commonly in women aged between 30 and 50, but can affect anyone if the
    right conditions are met.

    Why is it confused with lateral epicondylitis?


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    The radial tunnel is about 2 inches in length, extending proximally from the
    capitellum of the humerus, between the brachioradialis and brachialis, and
    distally through the supinator muscle. The radial nerve may become
    entrapped in this tunnel, resulting in persistent pain around the lateral
    epicondyle and an aching sensation in the extensor and/or supinator muscle
    mass distal to the lateral epicondyle. Tennis elbow straps may increase
    symptoms because of increased pressure compression over the radial
    tunnel.

    What Causes Radial Tunnel Syndrome?


    Radial Tunnel Syndrome is caused by
    compression of the radial nerve. The Isolated neuropathy of the
    radial nerve, which runs down the superficial radial nerve can be
    length of the forearm, can be pinched caused by entrapment and is
    at any point, but this happens most known as Wartenberg’s syndrome,
    commonly at the ‘tunnel’ through whereas external compression of
    the same sensory branch is known
    which it runs at your elbow.
    as wristwatch neuropathy or
    Consistent pinching of the nerve can
    bracelet neuropathy. 
    cause the syndrome to occur. People
    at risk of developing the condition
    include those who frequently twist
    their wrists and forearms (those who play racquet sports, for example), and
    those who spend long hours leaning on their elbows and forearms. The
    nerve can also be compressed by swellings in the arm, such as may be
    caused by obesity, ganglion cysts, or inflammation. Diabetes is also known to
    contribute to Radial Tunnel Syndrome in some cases.

    What Are The Symptoms Of Radial Tunnel


    Syndrome?
    Usually, this syndrome causes a persistent dull ache at the top of the
    forearm, around and just below the elbow. However, this can spread right
    down the forearm, and into the back of the hand or the wrist. When the
    fingers or the wrist are straightened, the pain may become piercing, or
    ‘stabbing’. There may also be a degree of unexpected weakness in the
    affected arm and hand, which (again) becomes most evident when
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    straightening the wrist and fingers (Radial Tunnel Syndrome Test).

    Radial Tunnel Syndrome Test

    What Can Be Done About It?


    Doctors may prescribe painkillers and anti-inflammatories to deal with the
    immediate symptoms of the condition. However, if you feel that you can
    manage the condition without taking strong painkillers, it is always better for
    your health to do so. The condition is more irritating than dangerous, and
    often sorts itself out over time. However, the healing process can be helped
    along through the use of things like splints to reduce the strain on the nerve.
    If the nerve is seriously inflamed, your doctor may decide to give you steroid
    injections in order to combat this. If there are other underlying conditions
    associated with the syndrome, eliminating or managing these will help a
    great deal with the radial tunnel issues. Diabetes, for example, is sometimes
    a contributory factor in the condition. Managing or eradicating the patient’s
    diabetes will improve the situation in the affected arm. However, one of the
    best solutions to the problem is using exercises which will not only alleviate
    the problem in the short term, but defend against it in the long term.
    Radial Nerve ossing Exercises - Great Results …

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    Exercises For Radial Tunnel Syndrome


    Stretches
    Some suggest that muscle tightness can increase pressure upon the affected
    nerve. A simple stretch in which the arm is extended down the length of the
    body, the wrist is rotated outwards, and the fingertips are placed against the
    thighs (palm down) will stretch out the nerve and the muscles around it. One
    can also place the palm against a wall (fingertips down, arm extended) at
    shoulder height, if the stretch needs modifying.

    Nerve Gliding
    Directed nerve glides can help to loosen the nerve and its surrounds, as well
    as increasing blood and oxygen flow to the affected area (which will help
    with cramping). A simple glide involves dropping the hands to the sides,
    palms to the back. Lower the shoulder of the affected arm gently, and slowly
    rotate the wrist until the palm is facing the ceiling. Should the glide need
    increasing, the head can be dropped towards the opposite shoulder.

    Manual Therapies
    Not a lot of work has been done into
    the efficacy of things like massage to
    improve Radial Tunnel Syndrome, but it
    may be effective in some cases.
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    Strengthening
    Learning to use the arm in a way which
    does not compress the nerve is very
    useful indeed, but it may also help to
    strengthen the arm’s own internal
    support systems. There are many
    exercises which can improve the
    muscles and tendons of the forearm -
    precisely which ones should be used
    depends a lot on the severity of the
    syndrome and the general condition of
    the patient. Choosing exercises should,
    in this case, be left to the discretion of
    physiotherapist.

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    References
    Focal Entrapment Neuropathies in Diabetes-
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    http://care.diabetesjournals.org/content/27/7/1783.full
    America’s Painful Love Affair with Painkillers-
    http://www.rehabs.com/pro-talk-
    articles/americas-painful-love-affair-with-
    painkillers/
    THE RADIAL NERVE-
    http://teachmeanatomy.info/upper-
    limb/nerves/the-radial-nerve/
    Radial-Tunnel-Syndrome-
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/orthopaedics-
    rheumatology/diseases-conditions/hic-radial-
    tunnel-syndrome
    Radial-Tunnel-Syndrome, Diagnostic and
    Treatment Dilemma-
    http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4507067/
    Carpal tunnel syndrome-
    http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/carpal-tunnel-
    syndrome/Pages/Whatisit.aspx

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