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Learning Objectives: After studying this article, the participant should be
able to: 1. Describe a method of clinical evaluation for accurate diagnosi
s of ulnar compression syndrome at the elbow. 2. Evaluate the accuracy and
efficacy of the described method in diagnosing surgically correctable nerve
entrapment. 3. Present a protocol for conservative management followed by
surgical correction. 4. Discuss results of the method and protocol in a ser
ies of 24 patients operated on by a single surgeon with a minimum of 6 mont
hs of follow-up.