How to treat tenosynovitis in children

The treatment of pediatric tenosynovitis requires different methods depending on the severity of the disease, including conservative treatment, drug therapy and surgical treatment. Early detection and diagnosis can effectively relieve symptoms and avoid long-term effects on hand function.

For milder cases of pediatric tenosynovitis, symptoms can usually be relieved with rest and physical therapy. It is recommended that your child reduce repetitive hand activities and use alternating hot and cold compresses to help reduce swelling and relieve pain. A brace can be worn to immobilize the affected area to avoid further irritation of the tendon sheath. If symptoms do not improve significantly, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (such as ibuprofen) can be used for short-term relief of pain and inflammation, but they must be used as directed by your doctor. In more severe cases, your doctor may inject a local corticosteroid to help reduce the inflammatory response of the tendon sheath.

For milder cases of pediatric tenosynovitis, symptoms can usually be relieved with rest and physical therapy. It is recommended that your child reduce repetitive hand activities and use alternating hot and cold compresses to help reduce swelling and relieve pain. A brace can be worn to immobilize the affected area to avoid further irritation of the tendon sheath. If symptoms do not improve significantly, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (such as ibuprofen) can be used for short-term relief of pain and inflammation, but they must be used as directed by your doctor. In more severe cases, your doctor may inject a local corticosteroid to help reduce the inflammatory response of the tendon sheath.

Tenosynovitis that recurs or seriously affects hand function may require surgical treatment, including tenotomy to relieve compression of the tendon sheath. Surgery is a relatively safe and effective option, but attention should be paid to postoperative care, such as keeping the incision clean and appropriate rehabilitation exercises to help restore hand function. During treatment, parents should encourage their children to develop good hand-using habits and avoid maintaining the same posture for a long time or frequent overuse of fingers, which can prevent the recurrence of tenosynovitis. At the same time, if a child is found to have limited finger movement or persistent pain, it is recommended to seek medical attention immediately for professional diagnosis and treatment.