De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis Causes
Physiological Cause Swelling of the tendon sheath surrounding the two major tendons of the wrist which are responsible for movement of the thumb causes de Quervain’s syndrome. The swelling prohibits...
View ArticleDe Quervain’s Tenosynovitis Symptoms
Symptoms Common symptoms of de Quervain’s syndrome include: Pain when grasping or lifting with thumb and wrist Swelling near the base of the thumb Stop and go sensation or sticking when trying to move...
View ArticleDe Quervain’s Tenosynovitis Overview
What is De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis? De Quervain’s tenosynovitis, also called De Quervain’s syndrome, is a condition of the tendons in the wrist that causes pain in the thumb and wrist. Although the...
View ArticleDe Quervain’s Tenosynovitis Sources
More information about de Quervain’s tenosynovitis can be found at the following sources: American Society for Surgery of the Hand: De Quervain Syndrome...
View ArticleDe Quervain’s Tenosynovitis Prevention
Repetitive Motions Avoiding repetitive motions which put strain on the wrist and thumb can help to prevent de Quervain’s tenosynovitis. Wearing braces while performing repetitive motion may give extra...
View ArticleAlternative De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis Treatment
Lifestyle and Home Remedies It is necessary for patients to alter the lifestyle that causes repetitive motion of the wrist in order for de Quervain’s tenosynovitis to heal. If patients continue to do...
View ArticleTraditional De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis Treatment
Medication Physicians may prescribe anti-inflammatory medication such as ibuprofen or naproxen sodium in order to decrease the swelling associated with de Quervain’s tenosynovitis. Physicians will...
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