De Quervain's syndrome
De Quervain's tenosynovitis
If you experience pain or difficulty when you move your thumb, we can help
What is De Quervains syndrome?
It's more common in women, particularly after pregnancy. Repetitive movements, when playing sports for example, is also a common cause.
Need to know
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What are the symptoms of De Quervain's syndrome? icon plus
Symptoms of De Quervain's syndrome include:
- pain or swelling at the thumb side of the wrist
- difficulty moving the affected thumb
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How is De Quervain's syndrome diagnosed? icon plus
Your consultant will discuss your symptoms with you and help to make a diagnosis. -
Treatment options for De Quervain's syndrome icon plus
Your consultant will discuss your treatment options with you. They may include:
- heat or ice to settle the inflammation
- hand therapy and/or a custom-made splint for the affected thumb
- corticosteroid injections may be prescribed in severe cases to reduce swelling
Our hand and wrist consultants
Our locations
From complex hand and wrist surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional orthopaedic care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
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The Wellington Hospital
Wellington Place
St John's Wood
London NW8 9LE
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London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street
London
SE1 2PR
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The Lister Hospital
Chelsea Bridge Road
London
SW1W 8RH
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The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place
London W1U 5NY
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The Portland Hospital
205 - 209 Great Portland Street
London W1W 5AH
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HCA UK at The Wilmslow Hospital
52-54 Alderley Road
Wilmslow
Cheshire SK9 1NY
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Platinum Medical Centre
15 - 17 Lodge Road
London
NW8 7JA
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London Hand and Wrist Unit
Lodge Road
London NW8 7JA
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HCA UK at The Shard
The Shard
32 St Thomas Street
London SE1 9BS
Request a hand and wrist appointment
We're happy to help you make an appointment with one of our experienced hand and wrist consultants. We can also make imaging and outpatient hand therapist appointments for you.