De Quervain's Synovitis Flashcards
1
Q
De quervain’s synovitis
A
inflammation of tendon sheath
2
Q
what tendons are affected
A
extensor and abductor pollicis brevis
3
Q
risk
A
female
extensive use
pregnancy
4
Q
signs
A
pain around radial area
snufflebox could potentially be inflamed
gradual onset
finklestein’s test is positive
5
Q
what is the finklestein’s test
A
grip thumb with hand and ulnar deviate
6
Q
management
A
splint NSAIDs physio steroid injection surgery
