"Mommy thumb," also known as De Quervain's tenosynovitis, is a painful condition that affects the tendons on the thumb side ...

This is what gives you feeling in your thumb and all your fingers except ... But if you catch it early enough, simpler options like a wrist brace and pain relievers might do the trick.

These tactics include: Wearing a removable splint to minimize thumb and wrist movement, which decreases tendon inflammation. Getting recommendations from a physical or occupational therapist on ...

Some people have tried wearing a wrist brace as well before they see me. The appropriate brace has to go from the tip of the thumb to the forearm, and a standard carpal tunnel brace that you put ...