De Quervain's Tenosynovitis

Symptoms & Causes - De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis (Painful Wrist Condition) Diagnosis & Treatment - De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis (Painful Wrist Condition) FAQ - De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis (Painful Wrist Condition)

How is De Quervain’s tenosynovitis treated?

Your doctor will usually recommend the following treatments:

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs to ease the pain
Steroid injections to ease pain and swelling
Wearing a splint to rest the area

If the symptoms persist without improvement, your doctor may recommend day surgery. Surgery for De Quervain's tenosynovitis is almost always successful in helping you regain normal use of your hand upon recovery.

Symptoms & Causes - De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis (Painful Wrist Condition)

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