Thumb Arthritis

De Quervain’s Release

De Quervain's release surgery effectively relieves thumb and wrist pain caused by inflamed tendons. Our experienced hand surgeons use minimally invasive techniques to restore your grip strength and eliminate the sharp pain that interferes with daily activities.

Expert hand surgery with comprehensive recovery support—all in one place.

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Your Treatment Options for De Quervain's Tenosynovitis

At Synergy Health Partners, we offer both non-surgical and surgical treatments for De Quervain's tenosynovitis. Our hand specialists work with you to determine the most effective approach based on your symptoms, activity level, and response to previous treatments.
  • Fellowship-trained hand surgeons with specialized expertise in wrist conditions
  • Comprehensive non-surgical treatments including injections and therapy
  • Minimally invasive surgical techniques for faster recovery
  • Coordinated care with hand therapy and pain management specialists

Non-Surgical Treatments

Start With the Least-Invasive Options

Most patients improve without surgery. Our team takes a conservative-first approach with treatments designed to reduce pain, improve strength, and prevent future flare-ups.

Non-Surgical Hand & Wrist Treatments

  • Hand Therapy and Splinting Our certified hand therapists design custom splints to rest your thumb and wrist while teaching specific exercises to reduce inflammation. This approach is particularly effective in early-stage De Quervain's tenosynovitis and during pregnancy-related cases.
    • Custom thumb spica splints for optimal positioning
    • Progressive stretching and strengthening exercises
  • Corticosteroid Injections Targeted steroid injections directly into the tendon sheath can dramatically reduce inflammation and pain. Many patients experience significant relief within days of treatment, with effects lasting several months.
    • Ultrasound-guided injections for precise delivery
    • Anti-inflammatory medications to reduce swelling
  • Activity Modification and Ergonomics Our occupational therapists help you identify and modify activities that aggravate your symptoms. We provide workplace ergonomic assessments and teach proper gripping techniques to prevent symptom recurrence.
    • Workplace and home activity assessments
    • Adaptive equipment and technique training
  • Advanced Pain Management When conservative treatments need additional support, our pain management specialists offer innovative approaches including platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy and specialized nerve blocks to promote healing.
    • Regenerative medicine options like PRP therapy
    • Targeted nerve blocks for symptom relief
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Many patients experience significant pain relief within 4-6 weeks of starting their personalized non-surgical treatment plan, with up to 70% avoiding surgery altogether.

Surgical Options

If Surgery is Right for You

Procedures are determined after evaluation—this list is for education only.
De Quervain’s Release

Watch how our minimally invasive De Quervain's release procedure restores smooth tendon movement and eliminates thumb pain.

Surgical Hand & Wrist Procedures

  • Minimally Invasive De Quervain's Release Our surgeons perform this outpatient procedure through a small incision to open the tight tendon compartment. The minimally invasive approach reduces scarring and speeds recovery while providing excellent long-term results.
  • Endoscopic Tendon Release Using advanced endoscopic techniques, we can release the constricted tendon sheath through an even smaller incision. This approach offers enhanced visualization and precision while minimizing tissue disruption and post-operative discomfort.
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Over 95% of our De Quervain's release patients achieve complete pain relief and return to normal grip strength within 6-8 weeks of surgery.

What to Expect During Your De Quervain's Treatment

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Initial Hand Specialist Consultation

Your fellowship-trained hand surgeon performs a thorough examination, reviews your symptoms, and discusses all treatment options tailored to your lifestyle and goals.

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Conservative Treatment Trial

Most patients begin with non-surgical approaches including splinting, therapy, and possible steroid injections to reduce inflammation and pain.

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Surgical Planning and Preparation

If surgery is recommended, we provide detailed pre-operative instructions and coordinate your procedure at our state-of-the-art ambulatory surgery center.

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Outpatient Surgery and Recovery

The minimally invasive procedure typically takes 15-20 minutes under local anesthesia, followed by immediate recovery and same-day discharge.

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Comprehensive Rehabilitation

Our hand therapists guide your recovery with progressive exercises and activities to restore full thumb and wrist function while preventing re-injury.

REAL EXPERIENCES—FROM EVALUATION THROUGH RECOVERY.

What Patients Say

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Excellent care and concern from the time I was called into the room. He thoroughly explained my injury and what my options were. My best option was surgery which he performed 5 days later. He greeted me at the surgery center and explained the procedure that was going to take place. Surgery went well. Im on my way to a full recovery and very thankful to have crossed paths with Dr. Bohm and to have him for my care during this time. Also, the entire staff from my initial checkin to scheduling to follow-up care were all courteous, professional, and on point. Such a well organized team.

Rick W.

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Kyle Bohm took really good care of me and my situation he made me feel very comfortable while going through the process and explain everything to me. I 100% recommend Kyle Bloom and his staff for any procedure that you may have.

Dana T.

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I was very impressed with Dr. Bohm he took care of my son he was very professional he even fit me in with my schedule . I wanted to have the procedure done before school started and He fit me right in. I would definitely refer my friends and family . I'm glad I found him.

Rommy T.

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Excellent care and he really takes the time to explain everything and answer all your questions. I never felt rushed and he took the time to answer all my questions, no matter how silly I thought they were. Would highly recommend him.

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Dr. Bohm was very friendly and very intelligible with his answers to my questions. He laid out all the possible options I had for taking care of my problem. Loved it.

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Excellent doctor, I would recommend to everyone If he has a problem. He operated on me! He is excellent both as a doctor and as a man! He listens to you! He doesn't do anything in a hurry!

Igor P.

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Wait time to see doctor is very short. All the staff are very friendly. I would recommend Dr.Bohm he is very good doctor and surgery.

Justine G.

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Nice guy and a great hand surgeon. Capul tunnel release surgery went well and hand is feeling better. I recommend him to anyone experiencing hand or wrist problems

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Very good service all employees over there very good doctor good experience they are take care on the time no wait . Thanks everyone

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I am very happy with my appt. Dr. Kyle made me feel comfortable and like my minor problem was important.

Gwen S.

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Dr. Bohm is excellent at personal care. He fills you in on the complete details of your injury and let's you know your options going forward. Very positive friendly and knowledgeable.

Matthew F.

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Dr bohm and the whole staff here are friendly professionals and .make you fell so at ease . Beautiful facility. Beautiful people front front office to. All that work there . Highly recommended. Have 2 carpel tunnel surgery there . No issues .

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Dr. Bohm was not only congenial but he knew right away what to do about my hand. When I came to him I had a "trigger" finger and now it is completely gone! He is an exceptional doctor that really knows his stuff. I have let everyone I know about this knowledgeable doctor. I give him a 10 star rating!!!!!!

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Dr. Bohm is very nice understanding caring and i will have my family and friends see him if something were to happen to them. DawnMarie

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Dr Bohm and the staff were very caring and friendly. They answered all my questions and me made me feel comfortable .

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Had my first appointment with Dr Bohm. He was wonderful! Explain everything in detail and made a plan to help with my issues. I would recommend him to everyone!

Polina B.

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Dr. Kyle Bohm is Thorough (with a capital T). He has helped my husband and me with wrist injuries. Grateful for the way he explains everything. Bravo!

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Everyone was very professional from the x-Ray technician the Dr.Assistant she explained everything so well so I understood the Doctor came in and took his time to explain all my options and the technician that explain the controller plus for right thumb was nice enough to show me how to put on the proper way as she put it on for me.

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I had surgery 3 months ago on my wrist. My scar is almost non-existent and my therapy is going well thanks to Dr. Bohm.

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I was treated for my broken wrist in a very timely manner. I was able to see Dr. Bohm the same day I injured it. I was able to have surgery within three days of seeing Dr. Bohm. The front desk, staff, nurses treated me very well. I am on my way to almost full use of my arm. I am having physical therapy here too, which is really helping me regain strength in my arm.

Mary K.

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SPECIALIZED HAND CARE

Why Choose Synergy?

Our fellowship-trained hand surgeons work seamlessly with certified hand therapists and pain management specialists to ensure the best possible outcome for your De Quervain's treatment.
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Data Source: Synergy Health Partners Outcomes Registry (2024).