De Quervain’s syndrome is a common condition affecting the tendons of the wrist. Pain is felt on the thumb side of the wrist It is an overuse condition, ie: highly repetitive use of this tendon due to gripping, lifting or twisting may cause this syndrome. Non-surgical treatment is to break the cycle of inflammation and pain by rest, thumb spica splint, exercises and anti-inflammatory tablets. Surgery is recommended in severe disease. It is performed via a small cut over the affected area, in order to release the tight sheath over the tendon. It can be performed under local anaesthetic with the patient awake, or under general anaesthesia with the patient asleep.More about De Quervain’s Release