What Causes De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis?
The rope-like strictures which attach the muscle to the bone is referred to as the tendons. In the event that you grip, grasp or hold any object in your hand, the two tendons in your wrists and your lower thumb normally glides smoothly through a small tunnel connecting them to the base of your thumb. When a certain movement is repeated on a regular basis can result in irritation of the sheath surrounding the tendons, leading to thickening and swelling which restrict their movement.
Excessive use, a direct trauma or injuries to the thumb, recurrent holding and certain inflammatory conditions for example rheumatoid arthritis can all cause the disease. Gardening, racquet sports, and varieties of a place of work are some other activities which have been found to aggravate the situation. It also appears in the last trimester of pregnancy and breastfeeding mothers. Often, the cause of De Quervain's Tenosynovitis is unknown. De Quervain affects women eight to ten times more than men. Individuals who take part in activities the needs sidewise movement of the wrist while holding with the thumb (for example hammering, skiing) are more likely to develop De Quervain's Tenosynovitis.
Pains that appear along the back of the thumb, directly over the two thumb tendons the Extensor pollicis longus brevis and the abductor - is typical of de Quervain’s. The condition may occur gradually or suddenly. In both cases, pain can enter the thumb or forearm. The movement of the thumb can be difficult and painful, especially when pinching or holding objects. A lot of individuals also experience swelling and pain on the side of the wrist at the base of the thumb. Pain can be increased by the movement of the thumb and the wrist. Some people also feel pain if the direct pressure is applied to the area. Other causes of de Quervain's Tenosynovitis are listed below:
• Direct injury to the wrist or tendon; The tissue scar may restrict the tendon movement.
• Inflammatory arthritis, for example, rheumatoid arthritis.
Your chance of developing de Quervain's Tenosynovitis is high if:
• You are a woman.
• 40 or more years.
• Your hobby or job involves recurring movements of the arms and wrist. This was found to be a very common cause of De Quervain's Tenosynovitis.
• You have hurt your wrist. The tissue scar may limit the movement of your tendons.
• You are pregnant. Hormonal changes during pregnancy can cause De Quervain's Tenosynovitis.
• You have arthritis.
Symptoms of De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis
Pain or tenderness at the base of the thumb is widely known as the major symptoms of De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis. There are some cases where you feel some pains moving up along your forearm. The pains caused by De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis can develop slowly or occur suddenly. It can worsen when using your arm, thumb or wrist.
Other symptoms include:
• Swelling around the base of your thumb.
• Numbness in the back of the thumb and forefinger.
• A feeling of "catching" or "snapping" when you move your thumb.
• A squeaking sound as the tendons move within the swollen sheaths.
Treatment Recommended
Products recommended for swelling, redness, pain, and inflammation, and if coolness makes your pain feel better:
Ice Substitute Poultice
Bruise Relief Liniment
Muscle Therapy Massage Oil
Products recommended when swelling and inflammation are gone, but you still feel pain, stiffness, weakness, and/or sensitivity in cold and damp weather, and if heat makes your pain feel better:
Pain Relief Liniment
Tendon and Ligament Poultice
Muscle Therapy Massage Oil
