Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis

Definition:
Tenosynovitis of the sheath or tunnel that surrounds two tendons that control movement of the thumb
Symptoms:
  • Thumb pain
  • Point tender on the tendon of the thumb
  • Swelling over the thumb tendon
  • Pain with gripping
Causes:
  • Overuse
  • Repetitive movements of the thumb
Treatment:
  • Soft tissue massage
  • ROM and stretching exercises
  • Posture program
  • Upper extremity strengthening