Quervain’s tenosynovitis is a painful disorder that affects the wrist tendons. It happens when the two tendons surrounding the base of your thumb swell. The swelling inflames the sheaths (casings) that cover the tendons. This causes pain and numbness by putting pressure on adjacent nerves.
Tenosynovitis is not always known what causes it, however it frequently appears in middle age. Repeated activities such as leaping, throwing, or sprinting may be to fault, or it may occur if you do something unexpected, such as carrying an extremely big object.
Speaking of this issue’s symptoms, the inflamed tendon may be painful and swollen. Patients may notice it more when they use it, especially if a repeated motion like swinging a hammer or a tennis racquet caused it.
Rest is usually the first treatment. Yet, for those who suffer from severe pain and swelling, medical treatment might be needed. In this case, laser therapy has been advanced as one of the best alternative solutions for this particular issue.
In fact, this treatment is backed by over 40 years of scientific research and clinical evidence.
Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is indeed an effective, painless, non-invasive treatment option for de Quervain’s tenosynovitis.
Of note, however, the quality of the laser machine used for such type of treatment should be highly considered by specialists and patients alike as it directly impacts and even augments recovery chances.
When it comes to treating Quervain’s tenosynovitis, the Physiotherapy 980nm Diode Laser System LASER-1.41 is generally the first option of doctors because of its great efficacy.
Indeed, this Laser therapy machine has a wide range of clinical applications, including painful tendon issues typically like the case in hand.
With a low-level 10W laser power, The device is mainly being used for tendon pain relief meaning it will work on relieving patients from recurrent pain, stiffness and swelling feelings.
Unlike many pharmacological treatments that mask pain or only address the symptoms of disease, Laser Therapy treats the underlying condition or pathology to promote healing. This means that tenosynovitis treatment is indeed effective and the benefits of Laser Therapy are long-lasting.
To be more specific, the gadget targets haemoglobin and cytochrome c oxidase. In contrast to “cold lasers,” which produce no warmth or sensation, high power diode laser therapy will deliver a warm and relaxing sensation, which is exactly what tenosynovitis sufferers want.
Another advantage of the gadget is that it speeds up tissue healing and cell proliferation. That means, photons of light emitted by this laser machine will penetrate deep into the tissue, accelerating cellular reproduction and development. The laser light boosts the energy available to the cell, allowing it to absorb nutrients and eliminate waste materials more quickly. Tenosynovitis sufferers may feel relieved at the completion of this process.
Infectious tenosynovitis is an infection of a tendon and its protective sheath. This infection is most common in the finger, hand, or wrist. It can be quite serious. Quick treatment can help prevent permanent damage to tissues.
Fortunately, laser treatment has been designed to give precise therapeutic services for this particular ailment. As a result, Quervain’s Tenosynovitis patients can feel more at ease and less sensitive to numbness and swelling as long as LASER-1.41 is precisely intended to offer them with the treatment they require to effectively recover their physical function and life comfort.
Reference: What Is Tenosynovitis?
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