October 5, 2017Wrist/Hand
Overview
De Quervain’s tenosynovitis is the inflammation of the tendons of the side of the wrist and the base of the thumb
Causes
Overuse of the wrist
Direct injury to the wrist or tendon
Rheumatoid arthritis
Symptoms
Pain and tenderness at the side of the wrist and base of the thumb
Slight swelling and redness
Diagnosis
Based on typical appearance, location of pain, and tenderness
Treatments
Immobilization
Rest
Application of ice
Anti-inflammatory drugs
Cortisone injections
Surgery (rare)
Source: http://www.medicinenet.com/de_quervains_tenosynovitis/article.htm