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What is a common differential finding between de Quervain tendinopathy and thumb joint osteoarthritis?
What is a common differential finding between de Quervain tendinopathy and thumb joint osteoarthritis?
- Pain radiating to the lateral forearm
- Reduced grip strength due to pain
- Crepitus at the radial styloid process
- Tenderness at the base of the thumb (correct)
Which test is commonly used to elicit pain in individuals with de Quervain tendinopathy?
Which test is commonly used to elicit pain in individuals with de Quervain tendinopathy?
- Finkelstein test (correct)
- Phalen's test
- Lachman test
- Tinel's sign
What is the key element in managing de Quervain tendinopathy?
What is the key element in managing de Quervain tendinopathy?
- Full-time wear of splint
- Avoiding all wrist movements
- Regular high-impact exercises
- Rest and symptom management (correct)
Which joint is commonly affected by osteoarthritis and mimics symptoms of de Quervain tendinopathy?
Which joint is commonly affected by osteoarthritis and mimics symptoms of de Quervain tendinopathy?
What type of exercises are encouraged for rehabilitation in individuals with de Quervain tendinopathy?
What type of exercises are encouraged for rehabilitation in individuals with de Quervain tendinopathy?
What type of medication can be considered if pain management with NSAIDs and splinting is ineffective for de Quervain tendinopathy?
What type of medication can be considered if pain management with NSAIDs and splinting is ineffective for de Quervain tendinopathy?
What is the primary location affected by De Quervain tendinopathy?
What is the primary location affected by De Quervain tendinopathy?
Which tendons are primarily involved in De Quervain tendinopathy?
Which tendons are primarily involved in De Quervain tendinopathy?
What is a common cause of De Quervain tendinopathy?
What is a common cause of De Quervain tendinopathy?
Why is De Quervain tendinopathy more common in females during childbearing years?
Why is De Quervain tendinopathy more common in females during childbearing years?
What role does the synovial sheath play in protecting tendons in the wrist and hand?
What role does the synovial sheath play in protecting tendons in the wrist and hand?
How does the pathophysiology of De Quervain condition differ between acute and chronic conditions?
How does the pathophysiology of De Quervain condition differ between acute and chronic conditions?
