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de Quervain's Tenosynovitis
De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis (Dee-quare-vanes-T-no-sigh-no-vie-tis) describes a problem of inflammation and swelling in the tendons on the thumb side of your wrist and up the side of your forearm. The cause of de Quervain’s Tenosynovitis may be overuse when lifting or performing side to side motions with your hands. Working in the garden, playing golf or picking up a baby are common activities that can lead to de Quervain’s Tenosynovitis. Many times de Quervain’s occurs with no known cause or activity behind it. For more information on de Quervain's, check out our blog - I Think I Have de Quervain’s – What Should I Do About It? SymptomsYou have pain and/or swelling near the base of your thumb and along the thumb-side of your wrist You have pain that radiates from your thumb that then runs along the thumb side of the forearm especially when bending your wrist down as you make a fist It's difficult to make a fist, grab an item or cradle the back of an infant's head with your thumb outstretched You have tenderness with pressure over the tendons at the bottom of your thumb
What Can I Do About It?Applying ice and taking anti- inflammatory medication such as aspirin, ibuprofen or naproxen can help with the pain and swelling. Resting your thumb and refraining from any activities that make it worse can also be helpful. Wearing a splint that keeps your thumb in an extended position, with the wrist in a neutral position helps to reduce swelling and limits the motions that cause de Quervain’s. Ignoring the symptoms will not make de Quervain’s go away and it‘s always recommended to treat it early and to consult with your health care provider if your symptoms persist.
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