Forearm, Wrist & Fingers
De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis III
•De Quervain’s can results from overuse of the thumb
–such as in the repetitive grasping of a straight handled tool
–(e.g. screwdriver, endo files of dentist).
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•Buffing
•Grinding
•Polishing
•Sanding
•Endo filing (dentist)
•Pushing
•Pressing
•Sawing
•Use of pliers
•Use of small tools
•“Turning” controls as on motorcycle
•Inserting screws in holes
•Forceful hand wringing