What does UIS mean in SYNDROMES

Ulnar Impaction Syndrome (UIS) is a condition that affects the elbow joint, specifically the ulnar nerve and its surrounding tissues. UIS occurs when parts of the ulnar nerve become compressed or impinged due to repetitive use of the elbow.

Symptoms may include pain and tingling in the forearm and elbow, as well as swelling and tenderness around the area of compression on the inside of the arm near where it meets with your palm. Additionally, weakness may occur in grip strength, difficulty making tight fists, or numbness and loss of sensation in part of your hand or fingers.

UIS usually results from repeated overuse or trauma to your arm that leads to compression of one or more structures within your elbow joint, including bone fragments from bone spurs, ligaments, tendons or muscles around your ulnar nerve. It can also occur from activities such as repetitive gripping motions like golfing or tennis, typing for long periods at a time without frequent breaks, lifting heavy items with poor form for an extended period of time without rest intervals in between sets, etc.

Diagnosis starts with a physical examination by your doctor followed by imaging tests such as X-ray and MRI scans to confirm diagnosis and detect any potential fractures in other areas besides just your elbow joint itself. Additionally they will usually want to assess movement range limits as well as any weakness present in grip strength testing compared to their opposite side limb/arm if able.

Treatment plans vary but may involve changes to lifestyle habits along with supportive devices like splints (for both activities performed during day-to-day tasks along with night wear), anti-inflammatory medications like ibuprofen along with steroid injections among other techniques available depending on symptoms severity/frequency identified by assessment(s). In cases requiring additional intervention surgery may be recommended if deemed necessary. Physical therapy should also be included for optimal results.