Tenosynovitis
Overview
Tenosynovitis is a painful condition. The hands, wrists, and feet are commonly affected. Common causes are injury, repetitive use, and infection.
Symptoms
Symptoms include pain, swelling, creaking sounds, and difficulty moving a joint.
Treatments
Treatment includes pain relievers, ice, joint immobilization, and, sometimes, physical therapy or surgery.
Last Updated Jun 13, 2017
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