De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis

By Scott Ruhlman, M.D.

Do you experience thumb pain after repetitive activities such as knitting, gardening, or lifting your new child?

You may be experiencing a common (and treatable!) tendonitis of the thumb called De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis, which can occur in activities such as:

  • Knitting
  • Gardening
  • Playing a musical instrument
  • Lifting a child improperly (lift with your shoulders and fixed wrists, not by flexing your wrists)
  • Typing
  • Carpentry
  • Walking pets on a leash
  • Sports … read more

OSS Hand Surgeon Scott Ruhlman, MD, at New North Seattle Location

Patients in Seattle’s north end now have an additional clinic option to see Scott Ruhlman, orthopedic surgeon and hand specialist with Orthopedic Specialists of Seattle – in the UW Medicine/Northwest Outpatient Medical Center building. Dr. Ruhlman shares a first floor office space with the Bone and Joint Center, and provides general orthopedic care as well as specialty care for hand conditions, including carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, arthritis and fracture care, among many others.

The Northwest Outpatient Medical Center building is located at 10330 Meridian Avenue North. Dr. Ruhlman’s office is located in Suite 190. To schedule or for more information, please contact OSS at (206) 633-8100.

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