Condition
De Quervain's tenosynovitis
Painful swelling of two thumb-side wrist tendons, especially with lifting babies, pouring jugs, or wringing. The tendons are pinched as they pass through their sheath at the wrist.
Common triggers
- Repetitive thumb extension and abduction
- Postpartum hand-use patterns
- Pinch-heavy work and hobbies
When to seek care
- Pain that limits picking things up
- Symptoms that don't settle with splinting and rest
- Swelling, locking, or weakness
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Related care
Splints often used
If conservative care is not enough
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Sources
- De Quervain's Tenosynovitis — AAOS OrthoInfo(accessed 2026-04-22)