I do a lot of gymming everyday which is very important to me but there is a constant pain in my left hand just below my thumb. What should I do?
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Below thumb pain is called De Quervain's disease. It is a painful inflammation of tendons in the thumb that extend to the wrist. It can happen because of overuse, a direct blow to the thumb, repetitive grasping, and certain inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis. Gardening, racquet sports, and some workplace tasks may make it worse. Consult a Physiotherapist who will likely recommend that you wear a splint 24 hours a day for 4 to 6 weeks to hold the affected area firm and still. You'll also need to stop doing anything that worsens the condition. You can ice the area to reduce inflammation. If these treatments don?t help, your doctor may recommend surgery.
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