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==Who is at risk for DeQuervain's syndrome?==
==Who is at risk for DeQuervain's syndrome?==
The cause of DeQuervain's syndrome is the following:
:*Overuse of the wrist, activities such as  that involve frequent lifting, wringing or peeling. For example, new mother is at risk of developing  DeQuervain's syndrome.
:*Eccentrical load on the wrist, activities such as lowering a child or putting a heavy stack of plates down.
:*Some occupations, such as office workers, musicians, carpenters.


==How to know you have DeQuervain's syndrome?==
==How to know you have DeQuervain's syndrome?==

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What is DeQuervain's syndrome?

How do I know if I have DeQuervain's syndrome and what are the symptoms of DeQuervain's syndrome?

Who is at risk for DeQuervain's syndrome?

The cause of DeQuervain's syndrome is the following:

  • Overuse of the wrist, activities such as that involve frequent lifting, wringing or peeling. For example, new mother is at risk of developing DeQuervain's syndrome.
  • Eccentrical load on the wrist, activities such as lowering a child or putting a heavy stack of plates down.
  • Some occupations, such as office workers, musicians, carpenters.

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