Doctors usually initiate non-surgical treatment methods, which may involve wearing a splint or taking oral anti-inflammatory medication. In some cases, an injection of steroids may also be administered.
If symptoms persist without improvement, surgery may be recommended. The procedure is minor and is performed as a day surgery case.
The success rate of surgery is high, and patients usually regain normal use of their hand upon recovery.
Occasionally, hand therapy may be recommended after surgery to restore normal hand function.
Watch this 3D animation video to learn about what happens during a de Quervain tendon release surgery.
Watch this video to learn about post-surgery care advice for de Quervain tenosynovitis.