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Tenosynovitis   

Overview | Symptoms | Treatment | Prevention

Alternative names:

Synovitis; Tendonitis

Definition:

Inflammation of the lining of the sheath that surrounds a tendon, the cord that joins muscle to bone.

Causes and Risks

The synovium is a lining of the protective sheath that covers tendons. The condition of tenosynovitis is defined by inflammation of the tendon and the sheath.The cause of the inflammation may be unknown, or it may result from injury, overuse, strain, or infection. The wrists, hands, and shoulder are areas that may be affected, although it may occur at any tendon site. When the wrist is affected, it may cause carpal tunnel syndrome.

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