Best Practice Case Studies-Case 158 Asset 2 De Quervain's Tenosynovitis

Case 158 Asset 2 De Quervain's Tenosynovitis

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Lorann Putnam, an occupational therapist at Los Gatos Hand Therapy, explains De Quervain syndrome and intersection syndrome as inflammation of thumb extensor tendons from repetitive lifting, pinching, and forearm rotation. She notes pain often occurs at the first dorsal compartment or in the mid-forearm where tendons rub together. Recommended treatment includes icing, keeping the arm close to the body, using a fist instead of overusing the thumb, and wearing a thumb spica splint if helpful. She emphasizes patient education and better body mechanics to reduce strain and allow the tendons to heal.

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Edition 4th Edition

Related Case 4th Edition, Case 158

Topic Wrist

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4th Edition

4th Edition, Case 158

Wrist

De Quervain syndrome

intersection syndrome

thumb extensor tendons

thumb spica splint

occupational therapy