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Are You Suffering From De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis?

I Can Help Relive Your De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis

Try My Sports Massage and Cupping Therapy For Your De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis

Welcome to Forever Balanced Therapy, your center for relief from wrist and thumb pain due to De Quervain’s tenosynovitis.

I’m Lisa, your dedicated therapist here in Epping, Essex.

Specialising in sports massage I bring a comprehensive approach to treating De Quervain’s tenosynovitis, combining expert therapeutic techniques with personalized care plans designed to reduce your pain and restore mobility.

At Forever Balanced Therapy, we understand how painful and limiting De Quervain’s tenosynovitis can be. We are committed to helping you recover your hand function and ensuring you can return to your daily activities without discomfort.

Book your appointment today to see how targeted sports massage and holistic care can make a significant difference in your recovery process.

De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis Treatment in Herts & Essex

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How My Therapies Can Help With De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis

Reduces Swelling

Sports massage helps reduce swelling in the wrist and thumb by promoting lymphatic drainage and improving circulation, essential for alleviating symptoms of De Quervain’s tenosynovitis.

Eases Muscle and Tendon Tension

Targeted massage techniques can relieve tension in the affected tendons and surrounding muscles, helping to decrease pain and increase mobility.

Promotes Healing

By improving blood flow to the affected area, massage not only helps in reducing inflammation but also speeds up the healing process by nourishing the tissues with increased oxygen and nutrients.

Improves Flexibility

Regular massage sessions can enhance the flexibility of the wrist and thumb, preventing stiffness and aiding in the recovery and function of the hand.

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Sports Massage

Sports Massage

Sports massage provides numerous benefits to athletes and active individuals. It can help you recover from muscle injuries and soreness, reduce the risk of future injuries, improve flexibility and range of motion, and enhance overall physical performance. It can help improve your physical health and ultimately achieve your fitness goals.
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Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Lymphatic drainage provides significant health benefits, including detoxification, reduced swelling, and enhanced natural healing. It promotes toxin removal, supports the immune system, and improves circulation, offering a path to balanced health and vitality through gentle therapy.
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Cupping

Cupping therapy, an ancient holistic treatment, relieves muscle tension, improves blood flow, and supports deep tissue repair. It boosts relaxation, enhances well-being, and promotes natural healing, rejuvenating the body and mind. Ideal for stress, injuries, or health improvement, cupping offers a versatile solution to enhance life quality
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Pregnancy Massage

Pregnancy massage provides essential relaxation, eases muscle soreness, and enhances emotional well-being for expectant mothers. Pregnancy massage will help with maternal wellness, supporting a balanced lifestyle, and contributing to improved sleep, decreased stress, and increased overall comfort.
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Workplace Massage

Workplace massage offers stress relief, muscle tension reduction, and morale boost for your hard-working staff directly at your office. This service promotes wellness, work-life balance, and leads to better concentration, reduced absenteeism, and a more engaged team.
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De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis Explained

Understanding De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis

De Quervain’s tenosynovitis is characterized by pain and swelling in the tendons around the base of the thumb and the side of the wrist. This condition is caused by inflammation or irritation of the tendon sheaths leading to the thumb.

Symptoms of De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis

Symptoms include:

  • Pain near the base of the thumb, especially when grasping or gripping
  • Swelling near the base of the thumb
  • A “sticking” or “stopping” sensation in the thumb when moving it
  • Pain extending up the forearm during active thumb use

Causes and Risk Factors

Key factors contributing to the development of De Quervain’s include:

  • Repetitive hand or wrist motion
  • Direct trauma to the wrist or tendon
  • Inflammatory conditions that affect the tendons
  • Hormonal changes, particularly during pregnancy

Diagnosis and Treatment

Diagnosis is often based on the symptoms and physical examination, including the Finkelstein test. Treatment typically involves:

  • Rest: Avoiding activities that cause pain and inflammation.
  • Splinting: Using a splint to reduce movement and aid healing.
  • Anti-inflammatory Medication: To reduce pain and swelling.
  • Corticosteroid Injections: For severe cases to reduce inflammation.
  • Physical Therapy: Including exercises to strengthen the thumb and improve mobility.
  • Sports Massage: To alleviate pain, reduce swelling, and improve tendon function.

Prevention

Preventive measures include:

  • Modifying activities to avoid repetitive strain
  • Using ergonomic tools to reduce stress on the wrist
  • Regular stretching and strengthening exercises for the wrist and thum
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Conditions I Can Help You With

Tension Headaches: Sports massage can help alleviate tension headaches by releasing tension in the neck, shoulders, and head.

Migraines: By improving circulation and reducing muscle tension, sports massage can help prevent the onset of migraines and reduce their severity.

Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ): Sports massage can also help alleviate the symptoms of TMJ, which is a condition that affects the jaw joint and can cause pain and discomfort in the head and neck.

Shoulder Tension: Sports massage can help alleviate tension and tightness in the muscles of the shoulders, which can be caused by poor posture, overuse, and stress.

Frozen Shoulder: Sports massage can help increase blood flow and circulation to the shoulder, which can help reduce inflammation and promote healing.

Rotator Cuff Injuries: Sports massage can be an effective treatment for individuals with rotator cuff injuries. It can help reduce inflammation, improve range of motion, and promote healing in the shoulder joint.

Tennis Elbow: Sports massage can help reduce inflammation and promote healing in the affected area, which can help individuals with tennis elbow recover more quickly.

Golfer's Elbow: Sports massage can also be helpful for individuals with golfer's elbow. Sports massage can help reduce tension in the muscles of the forearm, which can help alleviate symptoms of golfer's elbow.

Elbow Tendinitis: Sports massage can be an effective treatment for individuals with elbow tendinitis. It can help improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and promote healing in the affected area, which can help individuals with elbow tendinitis recover more speedily.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Sports massage can be helpful for individuals with carpal tunnel syndrome, which is a condition that causes pain, numbness, and tingling in the wrist and hand. Sports massage can help reduce inflammation and tension in the wrist and hand muscles, which can alleviate symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome.

Trigger Finger: Sports massage can also be helpful for individuals with trigger finger, which is a condition that causes the finger to lock or catch when bent. It can help reduce inflammation in the tendons and improve range of motion in the affected finger.

Hand and Wrist Strains: Sports massage can be an effective treatment for individuals with hand and wrist strains. It can help reduce tension and promote healing in the affected muscles and tendons.

Hip Flexor Strain: Sports massage can be helpful for individuals with hip flexor strains, which can be caused by overuse, trauma, or poor posture.

Sciatica: Sports massage can also be helpful for individuals with sciatica, which is a condition that causes pain and discomfort in the hip and leg.It can help release tension in the muscles of the hip and promote circulation, which can help reduce inflammation and alleviate symptoms of sciatica.

Piriformis Syndrome: Sports massage can be an effective treatment for individuals with piriformis syndrome, which is a condition that causes pain and discomfort in the hip and buttock area. It can help release tension in the piriformis muscle, which can alleviate symptoms and improve range of motion in the affected area.

Patellar Tendinitis: Sports massage can be helpful for individuals with patellar tendinitis, which is a condition that causes pain and discomfort in the knee. It can help improve circulation to the affected area, reduce tension in the muscles surrounding the knee, and promote healing in the affected tendon.

Runner's Knee: Sports massage can also be helpful for individuals with runner's knee, which is a condition that causes pain and discomfort around the kneecap. It can help reduce tension and promote healing in the affected muscles and tendons.

Knee Arthritis: Sports massage can be an effective treatment for individuals with knee arthritis, which is a condition that causes inflammation and pain in the knee joint. It can help promote circulation to the affected area, reduce inflammation, and alleviate symptoms of knee arthritis.

Plantar Fasciitis: Sports massage can be helpful for individuals with plantar fasciitis, which is a condition that causes pain and discomfort in the heel and foot. It can help reduce tension in the plantar fascia, improve circulation to the affected area, and promote healing in the affected tissues.

Achilles Tendinitis: Sports massage can also be helpful for individuals with Achilles tendinitis, which is a condition that causes pain and discomfort in the Achilles tendon. It can help reduce inflammation in the affected tendon, promote circulation, and alleviate symptoms of Achilles tendinitis.

Metatarsalgia: Sports massage can be an effective treatment for individuals with metatarsalgia, which is a condition that causes pain and discomfort in the ball of the foot. It can help reduce tension in the affected muscles, promote circulation to the affected area, and alleviate symptoms of metatarsalgia.

Back Pain: Sports massage can be helpful for individuals with back pain. It can help reduce tension in the muscles of the back, improve circulation to the affected area, and promote healing in the affected tissues.

Herniated Disc: Sports massage can also be helpful for individuals with a herniated disc, which is a condition that causes pain and discomfort in the back or neck. It can help reduce tension in the muscles surrounding the affected area and alleviate symptoms of a herniated disc.

Scoliosis: Sports massage can be an effective treatment for individuals with scoliosis, which is a condition that causes curvature of the spine. Sports massage can help improve range of motion in the affected area andreduce tension in the muscles of the back.

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Forever Balanced Therapy
Redwood, Epping Gn, Essex, CM16 6PU
5 mins from Harlow, Hoddesdon & Epping

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