De Quervain Tenosynovitis

Question 1

What is De Quervain Tenosynovitis?

Answer 1

Swelling and Inflammation of tendon sheaths in wrist affecting Abductor Pollicis Longus and Extensor Pollicis Brevis. Repetitive strain injury with pain on radial side of wrist

Question 2

What is the special test for De Quervain Tenosynovitis?

Answer 2

Finkelstein Test: get patient to make a fist with thumb inside fingers. Wrist is adducted causing strain on tendons. If pain = positive

Management
- Rest
Splints
Physio