Deep Heat Therapy Effective For Wrist Pain Sufferers

Continuous low-level heat wrap therapy was efficacious for the treatment of common conditions causing wrist pain and impairment.

de Quervain's Tenosynovitis Diagnosis

Diagnosis of de Quervain's Tenosynovitis is based on the location of pain, functioning of the hand, and the presence of swelling. To perform the test, the therapist grasps the thumb and ulnar deviates the hand sharply. If sharp pain occurs along the distal radius, de Quervain's tenosynovitis will likely be the diagnosis.

What are the Symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Early treatment of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is important for making sure that this condition doesn't worsen to the point of permanent nerve damage or wasted away muscles in the thumb (muscle atrophy).

De Quervain's Syndrome Tendonitis / Tendinitis

De Quervain's Syndrome is an inflammatory condition that is commonly caused by cumulative injury, and is one of the most common diagnosed conditions treated by hand specialists.