Bicycling-induced ulnar tunnel syndrome.
Symptoms of ulnar tunnel syndrome are commonly experienced by avid bicyclists. Previous orthopedic and hand surgery publications have rarely included bicycling as a causative factor for this condition. We present the case of a 41-year-old man who developed bilateral ulnar tunnel syndrome during a week-long mountain bicycling tour. His symptoms gradually improved with nonoperative treatment measures, including rest, splinting, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication.
Kalainov
David M
DM
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, USA. dkalainov@aol.com
Hartigan
Brian J
BJ
D000328:Adult; D001642:Bicycling / Q000293:injuries*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009408:Nerve Compression Syndromes / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy; D014459:Ulnar Nerve / Q000293:injuries*