The medial supracondylar ridge is the sharp posterior-medial bony ridge running from the medial epicondyle proximally along the posterior humerus. It provides the proximal origin of the flexor-pronator mass (pronator teres, flexor carpi radialis, palmaris longus, flexor digitorum superficialis, flexor carpi ulnaris) through the common flexor origin. On rare occasions a supracondylar spur projects from this ridge (see ligament of Struthers).
The medial supracondylar ridge is the site of pain in medial epicondylitis (golfer elbow) when proximal involvement extends up the ridge from the common flexor tendon origin. Periostitis of the ridge from repetitive stress produces a fusiform swelling palpable on the medial humerus. A supracondylar process projecting from this ridge (present in 3% of individuals) connected to the medial epicondyle by the ligament of Struthers forms an accessory tunnel that can entrap the median nerve and the brachial artery.
Severe medial epicondylitis from repetitive wrist flexion overload produces pain extending proximally along the medial supracondylar ridge as the flexor-pronator origin inflammation extends to its proximal attachments; treatment is the same as focal epicondylitis with physiotherapy, platelet-rich plasma injection, or surgical debridement.
This website uses cookies to enhance your experience. Some are essential for site functionality, while others help us analyze and improve your usage experience. Please review your options and make your choice.
If you are under 16 years old, please ensure that you have received consent from your parent or guardian for any non-essential cookies.
Your privacy is important to us. You can adjust your cookie settings at any time. For more information about how we use data, please read our privacy policy. You may change your preferences at any time by clicking on the settings button below.
Note that if you choose to disable some types of cookies, it may impact your experience of the site and the services we are able to offer.
Some required resources have been blocked, which can affect third-party services and may cause the site to not function properly.
This website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and ensure the site functions properly. By continuing to use this site, you acknowledge and accept our use of cookies.
