What is a TFCC Injury?
The TFCC refers to the Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex, a complicated structure that is located on the pinky side of the wrist. The TFCC acts as a stabiliser for the wrist joint and supports load transmission between the forearm and the wrist, especially during gripping or twisting movements. Injury to the TFCC can result in pain, […]
Dequervain’s Tenosynovitis
What is it and what are the symptoms? Dequervain’s tenosynovitis is a painful condition that affects the wrist area. It is an overuse injury that occurs from repetitive use of the hands, thumb and wrist which causes inflammation to the thumb tendons resulting in the following symptoms: Who gets it? Dequervain’s tenosynovitis is caused by […]
