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14. Mommy Wrist | Stop 14. Mommy Wrist| Stop Wrist and Thumb Pain While Picking Up Baby
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Is your wrist or thumb killing you when lifting your kiddos? Are you suffering from mommy wrist? Mommy Wrist/Mommy Thumb aka De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis is a common condition in new moms caused by repetitive motions causing strain on the tendons of the thumb. In this episode I explain what causes Mommy Wrist, what it is, how to treat it and how to prevent it.
Hope you find this enlightening and that it gives you joy!
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Link to Thumb Spica Brace
Exercises mentioned in the episode:
-thumb abduction
-thumb extension
-wrist curls
-rubber band finger extensions
many can be found in this source
References:
- “What is Mommy Wrist and How to Treat it” by Thomas Kim
- “4 Tips for Preventing Mommy’s Thumb Pain” by Sheila M. Tenny
- “De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis” by Physiopedia
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