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I have tendonitis running through my thumb wrist arm area. i have wore a splint for a week still no change its very painful. help?

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Dr. Parham Gharagozlou answered

Specializes in Sleep Medicine

More time, ice,: If it is really tendinitis more time is needed, ice and nsaids like Motrin can help.

Answered 6/30/2014

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Avoid wringing: Usually activity related. Splint helpful, but does not overcome damage of wringing activities. Avoid them. E.G., use sponge instead of washcloth...

Answered 11/6/2014

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