Physiological Basis of Rehabilitation for Ulnar Neuritis
Vladimir Yu. Karpov1*
, Ilya N. Medvedev2, Dmitry A. Kazakov1, Faila R. Sibgatulina3, Alexander M. Shulgin4 and Roman B. Krasnov51Department of Theory and Methods of Physical Culture and Sports , Russian State Social University, Moscow, Russia, 129226
2Department of Adaptive Physical Culture and Recreation, Russian State Social University, 129226, Moscow, Russia
3Department of Physical Culture and Sports, Russian University of Transport, 127994, Moscow, Russia
4Department of Physical Education, First Moscow State Medical University named after I.M. Sechenov, 119991, Moscow, Russia
5Department of Physical Education and Sport, Penza State University, 440026, Penza, Russia
Corresponding Author E-mail : svetlanazsyu@mail.ru
Abstract: There are a large number of factors that contribute to the emergence of neuritis of the ulnar nerve. These include the presence in the body of the causative agent of infectious diseases, hypothermia, the occurrence of bruises or fractures, poisoning with mercury, arsenic or alcohol, the presence of diseases of internal organs, a deficiency of vitamins or minerals in the body. The main symptom of neuritis is a pain syndrome, which is localized in the elbow joint, tingling, aching, dull in nature, often paroxysmal. Disclosure of the theoretical aspects of the physical rehabilitation of patients with ulnar nerve damage has been the subject of many works, but so far there are no clear views on the technique for correcting this neuropathy. Unfortunately, the most often recommended complexes of physical rehabilitation for peripheral neuropathies are not always effective in terms of restoring the function of the ulnar nerve. Used standard sets of exercises for the hand and fingers are often not effective in these patients. In addition to medical physical culture, it is recommended to use occupational therapy during rehabilitation for ulnar neuritis. It is very effective in the rehabilitation of patients with pathology of the upper extremities as a result of the fact that it is associated with the performance of certain labor operations aimed at restoring the function of the damaged radial nerve. With neuritis of the ulnar nerve, mechanotherapy is also very effective, which reduces joint stiffness, eliminates swelling of tissues, and improves the reparative regeneration of damaged structures. Physiotherapy also proved to be a very effective way to eliminate ulnar neuritis. With the correct and timely diagnosis, it is possible to begin rehabilitation earlier for ulnar neuritis, which very often provides a favorable outcome. However, physical rehabilitation does not always contribute to a complete recovery.
Keywords: Neuritis; Rehabilitation; Restoration of Functions; Recovery; Treatment; Upper Limb; Ulnar Nerve Back to TOC