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    De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis Injection

    Fast, effective treatment for thumb-side wrist pain and inflammation with minimal downtime

    De Quervain’s tenosynovitis is a painful condition affecting the tendons on the thumb side of the wrist. It is often linked to repetitive hand or wrist movements such as lifting, typing, gardening, or caring for young children. When rest, splinting, or physiotherapy are not enough, a steroid injection can provide rapid and targeted relief. 

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    De Quervain's Tenosynovitis Injection

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    Why Consider De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis Injection

    This condition can quickly interfere with daily hand function: 

    • Pain and swelling at the base of the thumb 
    • Difficulty gripping, lifting, or pinching objects 
    • Tenderness along the wrist and thumb side 
    • Pain worsened by thumb movement or wrist rotation 
    • Reduced ability to perform everyday tasks

    Early treatment can significantly improve recovery and function. 

    Key Benefits 

    • Rapid reduction in pain and inflammation
    • Improved thumb and wrist movement
    • Quick, in-clinic procedure (10–15 minutes)
    • No surgery required in most cases
    • Minimal downtime
    • Supports faster return to normal activities
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    What to Expect 

    Before the procedure 

    • The wrist and thumb area is cleaned and sterilised 
    • Local anaesthetic may be applied for comfort 

    During the procedure 

    • A fine needle delivers corticosteroid into the tendon sheath 
    • The injection targets the inflamed area directly 
    • The procedure takes around 10–15 minutes 
    • You may feel a brief sting or mild pressure 

    After the procedure 

    • Mild soreness for 24–48 hours is normal 
    • Improvement often begins within a few days 
    • Full benefit typically develops over 2–4 weeks 
    • Light activities can be resumed immediately 
    • Avoid repetitive thumb strain for a short period 

    De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis Injection FAQs

    Relief can last weeks to months, and some patients experience long-term improvement after a single injection.
    Discomfort is minimal. A brief sting may occur, but the procedure is generally well tolerated.
    Yes, light activity is fine immediately, but heavy or repetitive thumb movements should be limited briefly.
    Most patients do not require surgery, as steroid injections are highly effective.
    Mild soreness or temporary swelling may occur, but serious complications are rare.
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