What is De Quervain’s tendinopathy? De Quervain’s tendinopathy is inflammation of a sheath through which tendons of the wrist and thumb pass through. It can arise from repetitive overuse of the thumb as well as wrist instability, leading to inflammation which limits gliding of the tendons. This can result in high levels of pain at…
What is it? Cervical radiculopathy is dysfunction that occurs at the nerve roots in the neck from compression, irritation or damage of the nerve roots. Cervical radiculopathy can typically produce radiating pain into your neck, shoulder, upper back and into your arm alongside numbness, sensory deficits, or motor dysfunction in the neck and arms. Symptoms:…
Thermoplastic splinting is a treatment modality commonly used to immobilise structures, protect from further injury and minimise pain. Custom thermoplastic splints are made in session, moulded to fit your hand to provide better stability and comfort. Such splints are also removeable and waterproof, which can suit any lifestyle. Every injury needs to be treated differently…
