12/05/2026
Wrist pain! Finding it hard to even pick up an object? 😢 You might be suffering from “De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis” 🚑💨
Often, we think wrist pain is just fatigue and will go away with rest. Little do we know, the pain worsens over time, making simple tasks like holding a cup or scrolling on your phone incredibly difficult 📱 This is actually your hand tendons shouting for help due to inflammation 🆘
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Triphysio has compiled 5 infographics to help you understand “De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis” 👇
📸 Card 1: What is De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis?
🍀 Essentially, the tendons at the base of your thumb are inflamed. If you notice swelling, sharp pain, or a “locking” sensation on the thumb side of your wrist, there is a high probability this is the cause 🖐️💥
📸 Card 2: Why Does It Happen? 🕵️♂️
This isn't a bacterial infection; it is a repetitive strain injury caused by 【Over-friction】:
🍀 Repetitive Micro-trauma: Constant scrolling or repetitive motions cause tendons to rub against their narrow sheath until they swell, making every movement painful 🤳
🍀 Awkward Biomechanics: Holding heavy objects or carrying a baby at strange angles puts sudden, high pressure on the tendons—like an overstretched rubber band 🍳
🍀 Hormonal Factors: Postpartum hormonal changes in new mothers can make ligaments laxer, making inflammation more likely during housework 🤱
📸 Card 3: Immediate Home Relief Strategies
🍀 Cryotherapy: Applying an ice pack for 10-15 minutes is excellent for reducing acute swelling and pain ❄️
🍀 Relative Rest: Stop forcing the movement. Give it time to recover, or use a splint/brace to keep the wrist in a neutral position 🛡️
📸 Card 4: Correcting Housework Postures 🧽
🍀 The Wringing Trap: Instead of twisting a cloth forcefully with one hand, try pressing it between both palms while keeping your wrists straight to avoid secondary injury 🧼✅
🍀 Gripping Mistakes: When carrying heavy bags, don't “hang” them solely on your thumb and web space. Use your entire palm to distribute the weight 💪
🍀 Scheduled Breaks: Don't rush through chores. Take a break every 15 minutes to relax your hands; don't wait for the pain to start before stopping ✋⏰
📸 Card 5: Professional Guidance & Your Recovery Partner
🍀 If the pain persists or affects your sleep, don't just rely on topical ointments 🧴
🍀 Clinical Assessment: A physical therapist will perform a detailed check and use professional manual techniques or modalities to help the inflammation “cool down” 👨⚕️
🍀 Lifestyle Adjustments: We will teach you proper ergonomic movements tailored to your habits so you can avoid future flare-ups 🛡️
🍀 Strengthening Resilience: Targeted stretching and strengthening exercises will make your tendons more resilient, helping you return to a pain-free life 🌈
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Prevention is better than cure. Protecting your hands allows you to take better care of the ones you love 🤝
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