14. Mommy Wrist | Stop 14. Mommy Wrist| Stop Wrist and Thumb Pain While Picking Up Baby

 

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:

1. “What is Mommy Wrist and How to Treat it” by Thomas Kim 
2. “4 Tips for Preventing Mommy’s Thumb Pain” by Sheila M. Tenny
3. “De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis” by Physiopedia