DE QUERVAIN'S TENOSYNOVITIS
De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis👍
Expert Solutions by Dr. A. Mohan Krishna
If it hurts to turn your wrist, grasp objects, or make a fist, you may have De Quervain’s Tendinosis. This condition causes pain and swelling at the base of the thumb and the side of the wrist. 🤚⚡
What is De Quervain’s?🔍
On the thumb side of your wrist, two tendons pass through a small “tunnel.” When the tunnel narrows or the tendons thicken, they rub against each other, causing irritation and pain whenever you move your thumb or wrist. 💨🤏
Common Symptoms⚠️
Symptoms usually come on gradually and include:
Pain Near the Thumb: Feeling soreness or sharp pain right at the base of your thumb. 📍
Swelling: Visible puffiness on the side of the wrist. 🎈
“Snapping” Sensation: feeling that your thumb is catching or “sticking” when you move it. 💥
Grip Difficulty: Trouble holding a coffee mug, peeling vegetables, or lifting a baby. ☕👶
Why Does It Happen?🛠️
It is often an “overuse” injury. Common causes include:
Repetitive Hand Use: Frequent gardening, tennis, or carpentry. 🔨🎾
“New Mother’s Thumb”: Lifting a baby repeatedly can strain these specific tendons. 🤱
Health Factors: More common in women and people over 40. 🎂
Diagnosis & Treatment🩺
How Dr. A. Mohan Krishna Helps You Recover
1. The Finkelstein Test 📸 Dr. Mohan Krishna will ask you to make a fist with your thumb tucked inside and bend your wrist toward your little finger. If this is painful, it’s a clear sign of De Quervain’s.
2. Non-Surgical Treatment (First Choice!) 💊 Most patients recover with simple, conservative care:
Splinting: Wearing a “Thumb Spica” splint to keep the thumb and wrist still. 🧣
Rest: Avoiding activities that trigger the pain. 🛌
Medication: Anti-inflammatory medicine to reduce swelling. 💊
Steroid Injections: A cortisone shot into the tendon tunnel can provide fast and long-lasting relief. 💉✨
3. Surgical Release 🏥 If symptoms are severe or don’t go away, Dr. Mohan Krishna may perform a quick, outpatient procedure. We make a tiny incision to open the “tunnel,” giving the tendons plenty of room to glide freely without pain. 🛠️✅
Get Back to Your Daily Routine!🌟
Stop struggling with thumb pain. Schedule a consultation with Dr. A. Mohan Krishna at Bones and Joints Clinic today. 🏃♂️💨
📍 Visit us at: APOLLO HOSPITALS, JUBILLE HILLS
MOHANS BONES & JOINTS CLINIC, MANIKONDA
📞 Book an Appointment: 9398664291
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