Thumb Arthritis

Cubital Tunnel Release

If you're experiencing numbness, tingling, or weakness in your ring and little fingers, cubital tunnel release surgery may help restore comfort and function. Our experienced orthopedic surgeons use advanced techniques to decompress the ulnar nerve, providing lasting relief from cubital tunnel syndrome.

Specialized nerve decompression surgery—comprehensive care in Southeast Michigan.

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Your Treatment Options for Cubital Tunnel Release

At Synergy Health Partners, we offer both conservative treatments and advanced surgical techniques for cubital tunnel syndrome. Our fellowship-trained hand surgeons work with you to determine the best approach based on your symptoms and lifestyle needs.
  • Fellowship-trained hand surgeons with specialized nerve decompression expertise
  • Minimally invasive techniques when possible for faster recovery
  • Comprehensive rehabilitation support from our in-house physical therapists
  • Same-day surgery options at our state-of-the-art ambulatory centers

Non-Surgical Treatments

Start With the Least-Invasive Options

Most patients improve without surgery. Our team takes a conservative-first approach with treatments designed to reduce pain, improve strength, and prevent future flare-ups.

Non-Surgical Hand & Wrist Treatments

  • Activity Modification and Ergonomics Our occupational therapists help you identify and modify activities that aggravate your symptoms. Simple changes in sleeping position, work habits, and daily activities can significantly reduce nerve compression and improve comfort.
    • Workplace ergonomic assessments and adjustments
    • Sleep positioning techniques to reduce nighttime symptoms
  • Splinting and Bracing Custom elbow splints or braces help keep your arm in a neutral position, especially during sleep when symptoms often worsen. Our certified orthotists create comfortable, effective devices tailored to your specific needs.
    • Nighttime elbow splints to prevent excessive bending
    • Daytime activity braces for symptom management
  • Physical Therapy Targeted exercises and manual therapy techniques help improve nerve mobility and reduce inflammation. Our physical therapists design programs to strengthen surrounding muscles and improve overall arm function.
    • Nerve gliding exercises to improve ulnar nerve mobility
    • Strengthening programs for hand and forearm muscles
  • Anti-inflammatory Treatments Medications and injection therapies can reduce inflammation around the ulnar nerve. Our pain management specialists may recommend oral medications or targeted steroid injections to decrease swelling and relieve symptoms.
    • Oral anti-inflammatory medications
    • Targeted steroid injections around the nerve
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Many patients experience significant symptom improvement within 4-6 weeks of starting comprehensive non-surgical treatment.

Surgical Options

If Surgery is Right for You

Procedures are determined after evaluation—this list is for education only.
Cubital Tunnel Release

Watch how our fellowship-trained surgeons perform minimally invasive cubital tunnel release to restore nerve function.

Surgical Hand & Wrist Procedures

  • Simple Decompression (In-Situ Release) This minimally invasive procedure involves releasing the tight tissue around the ulnar nerve without moving the nerve itself. It's often effective for mild to moderate cases and typically performed as an outpatient procedure with local anesthesia.
  • Ulnar Nerve Transposition For more severe cases, the ulnar nerve is moved from behind the elbow to the front, creating a straighter path and reducing tension. This comprehensive approach addresses both current compression and prevents future symptoms.
  • Endoscopic Cubital Tunnel Release Using advanced endoscopic techniques, our surgeons can release the compressed nerve through smaller incisions. This minimally invasive approach often results in less scarring, reduced postoperative pain, and faster recovery times.
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Over 85% of our cubital tunnel release patients experience significant improvement in numbness and tingling within 3 months of surgery.

What to Expect

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Comprehensive Evaluation

Your hand surgeon will perform a detailed examination and may order nerve conduction studies to confirm the diagnosis and determine the best treatment approach for your specific condition.

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Pre-Surgical Planning

If surgery is recommended, we'll discuss the procedure details, review your medical history, and provide pre-operative instructions to ensure you're fully prepared for your treatment.

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Outpatient Surgery

Most cubital tunnel releases are performed as same-day procedures using local anesthesia. The surgery typically takes 30-60 minutes, depending on the specific technique used.

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Early Recovery

You'll receive detailed post-operative care instructions and may begin gentle range-of-motion exercises within a few days, with gradual progression based on your healing response.

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Rehabilitation and Follow-up

Our physical therapists will guide you through a structured recovery program, while regular follow-up appointments ensure optimal healing and return to full function.

REAL EXPERIENCES—FROM EVALUATION THROUGH RECOVERY.

What Patients Say

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Excellent care and concern from the time I was called into the room. He thoroughly explained my injury and what my options were. My best option was surgery which he performed 5 days later. He greeted me at the surgery center and explained the procedure that was going to take place. Surgery went well. Im on my way to a full recovery and very thankful to have crossed paths with Dr. Bohm and to have him for my care during this time. Also, the entire staff from my initial checkin to scheduling to follow-up care were all courteous, professional, and on point. Such a well organized team.

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Kyle Bohm took really good care of me and my situation he made me feel very comfortable while going through the process and explain everything to me. I 100% recommend Kyle Bloom and his staff for any procedure that you may have.

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I was very impressed with Dr. Bohm he took care of my son he was very professional he even fit me in with my schedule . I wanted to have the procedure done before school started and He fit me right in. I would definitely refer my friends and family . I'm glad I found him.

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Excellent care and he really takes the time to explain everything and answer all your questions. I never felt rushed and he took the time to answer all my questions, no matter how silly I thought they were. Would highly recommend him.

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Dr. Bohm was very friendly and very intelligible with his answers to my questions. He laid out all the possible options I had for taking care of my problem. Loved it.

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Excellent doctor, I would recommend to everyone If he has a problem. He operated on me! He is excellent both as a doctor and as a man! He listens to you! He doesn't do anything in a hurry!

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Wait time to see doctor is very short. All the staff are very friendly. I would recommend Dr.Bohm he is very good doctor and surgery.

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Nice guy and a great hand surgeon. Capul tunnel release surgery went well and hand is feeling better. I recommend him to anyone experiencing hand or wrist problems

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I am very happy with my appt. Dr. Kyle made me feel comfortable and like my minor problem was important.

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Dr. Bohm is excellent at personal care. He fills you in on the complete details of your injury and let's you know your options going forward. Very positive friendly and knowledgeable.

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Dr bohm and the whole staff here are friendly professionals and .make you fell so at ease . Beautiful facility. Beautiful people front front office to. All that work there . Highly recommended. Have 2 carpel tunnel surgery there . No issues .

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Dr. Bohm was not only congenial but he knew right away what to do about my hand. When I came to him I had a "trigger" finger and now it is completely gone! He is an exceptional doctor that really knows his stuff. I have let everyone I know about this knowledgeable doctor. I give him a 10 star rating!!!!!!

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Dr. Bohm is very nice understanding caring and i will have my family and friends see him if something were to happen to them. DawnMarie

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Had my first appointment with Dr Bohm. He was wonderful! Explain everything in detail and made a plan to help with my issues. I would recommend him to everyone!

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Dr. Kyle Bohm is Thorough (with a capital T). He has helped my husband and me with wrist injuries. Grateful for the way he explains everything. Bravo!

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Everyone was very professional from the x-Ray technician the Dr.Assistant she explained everything so well so I understood the Doctor came in and took his time to explain all my options and the technician that explain the controller plus for right thumb was nice enough to show me how to put on the proper way as she put it on for me.

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I had surgery 3 months ago on my wrist. My scar is almost non-existent and my therapy is going well thanks to Dr. Bohm.

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I was treated for my broken wrist in a very timely manner. I was able to see Dr. Bohm the same day I injured it. I was able to have surgery within three days of seeing Dr. Bohm. The front desk, staff, nurses treated me very well. I am on my way to almost full use of my arm. I am having physical therapy here too, which is really helping me regain strength in my arm.

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Why Choose Synergy?

Our fellowship-trained hand surgeons and comprehensive rehabilitation team provide coordinated care from diagnosis through complete recovery, all under one roof.
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