W.H.A.T. TEST FOR DE QUERVAIN'S DISEASE De Quervain's disease is defined as tenosynovitis of the abductor pollicis longus and the extensor pollicis brevis tendons due to repetitive hand or wrist movements. Different tests have been described in the past with the most popular test being the Eichhoff's test, often wrongly named as the Finkelstein's test. Over the years, a misinterpretation has occurred between these two tests, the latter being confused with the first. As the Eichhoff’s test is ver

Can I carry my child or cook right after my De Quervain tendon release surgery? To allow your hand to heal, lifting of items more than 500g, and activities that require repeated arm or hand movement such as chopping or typing, should be avoided for the first two weeks after your surgery. Our occupational therapist, Sng Wenlin shares post-surgery care tips and light exercises for a faster recovery. Read more about De Quervain tenosynovitis at for.sg/nuh-de-q Learn activity modification tips to pr