De Quervain's Tenosynovitis Flashcards
1
Q
what area is affected
A
first extensor compartment of wrist
2
Q
what is within the first extensor compartment
A
APL and EPB
3
Q
where is the pain felt
A
over the radial styloid of wrist
4
Q
who is commonly affected
A
women 30-50 associated. with pregnancy and RA
5
Q
what are the 2 examination tests
A
finklestein’s test and eichoff’s test
6
Q
what are investigations
A
USS, ER
7
Q
what should be ruled out
A
CMC OA
8
Q
what is the management
A
rest, splint, physio, analgesia, injections, surgical decompression
