De Quervain’s Disease

De Quervain’s Disease:

• A form of tenosynvitis affecting the first dorsal (extensor) compartment of the hand.
• The extensor pollicis brevis and abductor pollicis longus are involved.
• The sheath of the tendons on the thumb side of your wrist become inflamed or swollen, making it difficult to move.
• Symptoms include a dull aching sensation over the tendon, discomfort with specific movements (grasping or turning wrist), and tenderness to touch.

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