How is thumb tenosynovitis treated?

Aug 24, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I noticed pain in my left thumb two days ago, but didn't pay much attention to it at first. Now the pain has been getting worse. After an examination, it was diagnosed as tenosynovitis. How is thumb tenosynovitis treated?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lin Yunfei
一般可以通过Medicine进行Treatment。Treatment的重点在于改变工作环境,局部刹车。Patient也可以通过蜡疗红外微波来进行热疗,也可以服用双氯芬酸钠、布洛芬等抗炎止痛的Medicine。如果没有Effect,可以选择封闭Treatment,也可以选择Surgery。RecommendationPatient保持良好的心态。