How to relieve tenosynovitis

Tenosynovitis refers to inflammation and lesions around the tendon sheath. Pain, swelling and dysfunction can be relieved through timely rest, alternating hot and cold therapy, physical therapy, drug therapy, surgical treatment and other methods.

1. Rest in time: Patients with tenosynovitis should rest as soon as possible and avoid overuse of the tendon sheath to avoid aggravating inflammation and damage. Supports, such as bandages or protective gear, can be used to provide additional protection for the tendon sheath.

2. Alternating hot and cold therapy: Alternating hot and cold therapy can reduce the pain and swelling of tenosynovitis. At the beginning, cold compress, ice pack or ice water soak, 15-20 minutes each time, can be repeated several times. Then use hot compress, hot water bag or hot wet compress for heat therapy, 15-20 minutes each time, can be repeated several times. Be careful to avoid using too hot or too cold temperature to avoid skin burns or damage.

3. Physical therapy: Physical therapy, including massage, traction, ultrasound therapy, electrotherapy, and rehabilitation exercises, can help relieve the pain and inflammation associated with tenosynovitis. This method should be performed under the guidance of a professional physical therapist.

4. Drug treatment: When the symptoms are severe, you can use non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs under the guidance of a doctor, such as diclofenac sodium tablets, meloxicam tablets, celecoxib capsules, etc. to relieve pain and inflammation. You can also use local anti-inflammatory and analgesic ointments, such as diclofenac diethylamine emulsion, blood-activating and analgesic ointment, etc.

5. Surgery: Sometimes, your doctor may recommend steroid injections to reduce inflammation and pain. In severe cases of tenosynovitis, surgical intervention such as tenosynovectomy or ganglion cyst ablation may be required.

Patients with tenosynovitis should pay attention to correct posture and exercise techniques, avoid repetitive movements and poor working postures to reduce excessive pressure and friction on the tendon sheath. If symptoms worsen, please seek medical attention in time and take targeted treatment with the help of a doctor.