Prevalence of Cubital Tunnel Syndrome in Plumbers
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Krishna College of Physiotherapy, Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth, Deemed to be University, Karad - 415539, Maharashtra ,IN
Mohite Vaishnavi -
Department of Oncologic Physiotherapy, Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth, Deemed to be University, Karad - 415539, Maharashtra ,INYadav Trupti
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https://doi.org/10.18311/jeoh/2024/35777Keywords:
Compressive Neuropathy, Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, Plumbers, Ulnar NerveAbstract
Background: Cubital Tunnel Syndrome (CBTS) is a condition when the ulnar nerve is compressed, usually at the elbow level passing behind the humerus’s medial epicondyle. Its prevalence in the plumbing population is unknown. In the population of plumbers, their occupation may put them at increased risk due to the repetitive motions and prolonged use of the elbow joint, thus there is a need to find prevalence of CBTS in plumbers. Material and Methods: In all, 88 plumbers were involved in this cross-sectional study, and everyone was taken for the study according to their age greater than 35 years and having working experience of at least 1 year. A method for diagnosing cubital tunnel syndrome was a patient-rated ulnar nerve evaluation scale. Result: 88 plumbers participated in this cross-sectional survey. 12.5% of the 88 plumbers that were surveyed had Cubital Tunnel Syndrome symptoms. Conclusion: The prevalence of suggestive diagnosis of cubital tunnel syndrome was 12.5% and was higher in plumbers working more than 10 years.
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Accepted 2024-01-11
Published 2024-03-04
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