Conditions & RSI
Tenosynovitis

Tenosynovitis involves inflammation of the protective sheaths surrounding some tendons (the rope or cord-like structures which connect muscles to the bones). It most commonly affects the tendons of the hand, wrist and arms, although it may occur at other tendon sites. When the gliding surfaces of the tendon and sheath become roughened and inflamed from overuse, Tenosynovitis will present as aching, tenderness and swelling of the affected area.

A form of Tenosynovitis involving the tendons of the deep muscles at the back of the forearm is known as Peritendinitis. De Quervain's or Stenosing Tenosynovitis results from inflammation or constriction of the tendons on the thumb side of the wrist.

Further information on this condition can be found in the printable document below.

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Conditions & RSI
Conditions
Tendon Related Disorders
Tendinitis
Tenosynovtis
Epicondylitis
De Quervain's Disease
Dupuytren's Contracture
Trigger Finger
Gangolian Cyst
Rotator Cuff Syndrome

Nerve Related Disorders
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Guyon Canal Syndrome
Pronator Teres Syndrome
Radial Tunnel Syndrome
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Cervical Syndrome

Muscle Related Disorders
Tension Neck Syndrome
Muscle Sprain & Strain
Myalgia & Myositis
Writers Cramp

Circulatory Disorders
Hypothenar Hammer Syndrome
Reynauds Phenomenon or Disease
Vibration White Finger

Bursa Related Disorders
Bursitis
Non Specific Pain
Double Crush Syndrome

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