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Alison Gold's Tennis Elbow Classroom Success Story

"I was terrified I would have to give up tennis… It’s gone now." [Tennis Elbow] "I don’t have it. I’m playing better than I’ve played in a long time!"

— Alison Gold, Tennis Player, England

Here are the home treatment and exercise programs Alison is referring to:

► For Tennis Elbow: https://tenniselbowclassroom.com/tennis-elbow/

► For Golfer's Elbow: https://tenniselbowclassroom.com/golfers-elbow/

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What Is DeQuervain's Syndrome?

Mothers and fathers get this thumb injury from picking up their babies... Gamers from their controllers... Cell phone users from too much texting – And let's not forget percussionists, golfers and anglers!

You might think it's just a SIMPLE case of Tendonitis but it's actually a slightly more complicated tendon syndrome known as a 'Tenosynovitis.'

In the case of DeQuervain's, one that involves two thumb tendons and the special wrappers called 'Synovial Sheaths' around them where they cross the wrist.

TENO refers to the tendon – (Tendons are the "ropes" which connect muscles to bones)

SYNOV refers to the Synovial Sheaths – (which are special protective tendon sleeves) and

ITIS had to do with irritation, inflammation and pain – (although inflammation is not the primary issue and is often wrongly and unfairly blamed!)

Test yourself for it easily – If you have thumb pain but aren’t sure if it's actually De Quervain's Syndrome, try these three simple tests:

Three quick and easy tests you can do yourself for De Quervain's

And for the full article, visit:

What Is De Quervain's Tenosynovitis? AKA, Mommy Thumb Or Gamer's / Texter's Thumb [Article, Video]

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3 Quick Tests For De Quervain's Syndrome Tenosynovitis / Mommy Thumb – Diagnose Yourself How do you know if you have De Quervain’s Syndrome? – (A form of Tenosynovitis also known as Mommy Thumb, Smartphone Thumb and Gamer’s Thumb.) Just do these three simple tests. Article also discusses other possibilities. This article originally appeared at Tennis Elbow Classroom (tenniselbowclassroom.com) - Read the full post there: https://tenniselbowclassroom.com/wrist-finger-thumb/de-quervains-syndrome-tests/?feed_id=79&_unique_id=65a9c8d40b939

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What Is De Quervain's Tenosynovitis? AKA, Mommy Thumb Or Gamer's / Texter's Thumb Thumb pain: Mothers and fathers get it from picking up babies… Smartphone users, gamers, percussionists, golfers and anglers get it, too! – But it’s not a SIMPLE case of Tendonitis. It’s a more complicated tendon syndrome known as 'De Quervain's Tenosynovitis’ – Here's what that is and how it develops This article originally appeared at Tennis Elbow Classroom (tenniselbowclassroom.com) - Read the full post there: https://tenniselbowclassroom.com/wrist-finger-thumb/what-is-de-quervains-tenosynovitis/?feed_id=72&_unique_id=65921e0001503

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'Smartphone Thumb' Becoming a Big Issue in the US

According to researchers at the Mayo Clinic, smartphone thumb causes joints in the hand to get loose, and the abnormal thumb bone movement could be causing pain and eventual arthritis.

TennisElbowClassroom's insight:

'Smartphone Thumb' is caused by the repetitive thumb motions of typing on a smartphone keyboard and is usually, technically, De Quervain's Tenosynovitis - but it can also sometimes be a more serious Osteoarthritis thumb joint problem.

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What Is Mommy Thumb or Mother's Wrist?

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If you’re a new parent or you care for an infant, you could be at risk for a type of tendonitis called mommy thumb. It can be painful, but it’s treatable.

TennisElbowClassroom's insight:

New mothers are especially prone to this injury from the repetitive lifting and awkward wrist positions needed to support the newborn baby’s head while cradling and nursing.

Hormonal changes during pregnancy and after birth related to Estrogen, which tends to increase fluid retention and Relaxin, which increases connective tissue laxity may also play a role.

The common names ‘Mommy Thumb’ and 'Mother's Wrist' are often used - but, technically, the injury is known as 'De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis'

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Illustration of Intersection Syndrome

"Many tendons pass through the wrist in six anatomical tunnels called extensor tendon compartments. The NCBI notes that intersection syndrome (IS) occurs when tendons from the first compartment cross over and rub against those from the second."

TennisElbowClassroom's insight:

Intersection Syndrome (IS) is very similar to De Quervain's Tenosynovitis and can occur simultaneously.

The injury occurs where the tendons involved with De Quervain's (abductor pollicis longus and extensor pollicis brevis) in the first compartment pass obliquely over the tendons in the second compartment (which contains the extensor carpi radialis tendons).

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Test Yourself for De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis

"There is a special clinical test known as Finkelstein’s test (see image), in which you make a fist with your thumb bent underneath your fingers. You then bend your wrist downwards toward your little finger. If this causes pain on the thumb side of your wrist, you likely have de Quervain Tenosynovitis."

TennisElbowClassroom's insight:

This illustration shows a simple test you can do yourself for De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis, also known commonly as 'Mommy Thumb,' 'Texter's Thumb' and 'Gamer's Thumb'

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De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis and the Extensor Retinaculum

"The tendons and their sheath lie underneath the extensor retinaculum: a fibrous band of tissue that holds the tendons of the extensor muscles in place. Thickening of the extensor retinaculum has been associated with De Quervain’s"

TennisElbowClassroom's insight:

There are several layers of tissue involved with De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis that can become adhered and fibrotic, and the Extensor Retinaculum is the uppermost layer.

This illustration shows the retinaculum, which "holds" the tendons close to the wrist where they cross - and the tendons in their Synovial Sheaths underneath it, which is often the location of the most acute symptoms.

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Illustrating a De Quervain's Thumb Tendon Injury

Jul 9, 2022 - De Quervain's tendinosis is a condition that causes pain, tenderness, and swelling along the thumb side of your wrist. The condition develops when the tendons around the base of the thumb become irritated or constricted.

TennisElbowClassroom's insight:

Here's an excellent illustration of the two thumb tendons involved in De Quervain's Tennosynovitis (or Tendinosis).

The muscles (red) become tendons (white) and pass into their protective Synovial Sheaths (purple) and under the Extensor Retinaculum (white)

This area and just beyond it, toward the back of the thumb is where the syndrome gets painful, due to swelling, fibrosis and degenerative changes.

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De Quervain's Tenosynovitis Thumb Program Treat And Beat Your De Quervain’s / Mommy Thumb At Home Discover how to end your vicious cycle of pain chasing and inflammation fighting – And start treating the true, underlying cause of your De Quervain’s, “Mother’s” or “Texter’s” Thumb yourself, at home by watching and following this step-by-step HD video program. (Here’s how to sign up if you’ve already read this and are ready to get started!) Does your thumb hurt?… Terrible, stabbing, searing pain every time you pick up your baby, your phone, game controller, golf club, fishing pole or even your coffee mug? It has many names: […] This article originally appeared at Tennis Elbow Classroom (tenniselbowclassroom.com) - Read the full post there: https://tenniselbowclassroom.com/de-quervains-thumb-program/?feed_id=65&_unique_id=658e03fd2f4b6

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Claudia's Tennis Elbow Classroom Success Story

"My Tennis Elbow, which I picked up from Kayaking, is now 99% cured thanks to Allen's method. I can't thank you enough!" – Claudia C.

Here are my home treatment and exercise programs that Claudia is referring to:

► For Tennis Elbow: https://tenniselbowclassroom.com/tennis-elbow/

► For Golfer's Elbow: https://tenniselbowclassroom.com/golfers-elbow/

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David’s Golfer's Elbow Success Story

“It really had a profound effect, number one, on the way I serve but also the fact that I didn't feel any more pain. I highly recommend this program.”

Here is the program David is talking about: Golfer's Elbow Home Program

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Alice's Tennis Elbow Classroom Success Story

"After 5 days of putting in practice his exercises I could see the relief. I definitely got rid of all the adhesions on both sides and I can use my arms as I want…"

"I have overcome all the issues of twisting and lifting things. My life is back to normal now. The best solution I have found after a year!" 

- Alice Allegrini, Windsor, UK

To learn more about the Tennis Self-Help Program Alice is referring to, (available for Golfer's Elbow, too) - Please follow one of the links below:

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Tendons: What They Are And How They Work A video about the science of tendons, including what they are, what they’re made of and how they’re injured, which is essential to understand for anyone recovering from a tendon-related injury, like Tennis Elbow or Golfer's Elbow. This article originally appeared at Tennis Elbow Classroom (tenniselbowclassroom.com) - Read the full post there: https://tenniselbowclassroom.com/videos/what-are-tendons/?feed_id=58&_unique_id=656d7012bb92f

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Two Surgeons Talk Tennis Elbow – Why Cortisone, MRIs And Surgery Are Rarely Needed Two Orthopedic Surgeons, Luks and Berg, talk about Tennis Elbow: Its true nature, the risks of Cortisone Shots and why MRIs and surgery are rarely needed – A candid and revealing discussion! This article originally appeared at Tennis Elbow Classroom (tenniselbowclassroom.com) - Read the full post there: https://tenniselbowclassroom.com/treatments/surgeons-discuss-tennis-elbow/?feed_id=50&_unique_id=656946182a9b5

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What's The Best Way To Build Tendon Strength? In this video, an exercise expert explains the difference between ‘Muscle Protein Synthesis’ and ‘Collagen Synthesis’ and how they relate to tendon strengthening, an important distinction – especially for those who are recovering from a tendon injury like Tennis Elbow or Golfer’s Elbow. This article originally appeared at Tennis Elbow Classroom (tenniselbowclassroom.com) - Read the full post there: https://tenniselbowclassroom.com/videos/whats-the-best-way-to-build-tendon-strength/?feed_id=44&_unique_id=6562ad733cf53