De Quervain Tenosynovitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is De Quervain Tenosynovitis?
A
Sheath containing:
• Extensor pollicis Brevis
• Abductor pollicis longus
Becomes inflamed
2
Q
How does De Quervain Tenosynovitis present?
A
Pain on radial side of wrist
Tenderness over radial styloid process
3
Q
What action of the thumb is very painful with De Quervain Tenosynovitis?
A
Abduction of thumb against resistance is painful
4
Q
How is De Quervain Tenosynovitis diagnosed?
A
Positive Finklestein test
5
Q
What is the management of De Quervain Tensyovitis?
A
- Analgesia and steroids
* Immobilisation of thumb with splint
6
Q
What is the finklestein test?
A
Examiner pulls the thumb of the patient in ulnar deviation and longitudinal traction.
7
Q
What can elicit pain in someone with de quervians?
A
Ulnar deviation
