Home / Conditions / De Quervain's — thumb-side wrist pain
Pain on the thumb side of the wrist, worst when lifting with the thumb out — classically when lifting a baby. It is a tendon sheath problem, and it responds well to treatment.
These suggest something else.
It is extremely common then — the lifting position plus hormonal changes around childbirth.
It is not a sign that anything is wrong with you, and it usually settles.
Yes — this is one of the places where it works well.
A steroid injection into the tendon sheath has a high success rate here. Unlike tennis elbow, the evidence supports it.
Only a minority.
Release of the sheath is a small, effective operation for those who do not settle with a splint and injection.
Pictures, how many and how often, and what it should feel like. Free, and printable.
In your language, free to download. Each one is a short PDF you can keep on your phone or print.
On cost: if we suggest a scan, an injection or an operation, ask us what it costs and what happens if you do nothing. We will answer both. You should never feel pushed into spending money.
Consultation is ₹500 for a first visit and ₹300 for a follow-up, the same at both clinics. For anything else, ask at the desk or on WhatsApp before it is done — we will tell you the exact cost.
A page is a starting point, not a diagnosis. If the pain is not settling, come in and have it looked at properly — bring any X-ray, MRI or CT films you already have.
Opposite Patil Hospital
Shop No. 14, Veena Apartment,Monday to Saturday
12:00 noon – 2:00 pm · 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Sunday by prior appointment only
Opposite Parimal Hospital
Shop No. 7, Damodar Tower,Monday to Saturday
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Sunday by prior appointment only
Call either clinic during consulting hours, or send a WhatsApp message any time.
