Impact of microcurrent therapy on pain and function in De Quervain's disease: A case study
Author(s): Khairul Islam and Raki Biswas
Abstract: Background: De Quervain's disease, a tenosynovitis of the first dorsal compartment of the wrist, often presents with pain and functional limitations. Conventional treatments include corticosteroid injections, splinting, and physical therapy. Emerging evidence suggests that microcurrent therapy (MCT) may offer a non-invasive alternative for pain relief and functional improvement.
Objective: To assess the impact of microcurrent therapy on pain reduction and functional restoration in a patient with De Quervain's disease.
Case Presentation: A 42-year-old female presented with a three-month history of radial wrist pain exacerbated by thumb movement, diagnosed as De Quervain's disease. Previous treatments included NSAIDs and splinting, with minimal relief. The patient reported difficulty in performing daily tasks such as gripping and lifting objects.
Intervention: The patient received microcurrent therapy sessions twice weekly for four weeks, combined with a home exercise program focused on stretching and strengthening. Pain levels were assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), and functional ability was evaluated with the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) questionnaire.
Results: The patient showed a significant reduction in pain, with VAS scores decreasing from 7/10 to 2/10. Functional assessment revealed substantial improvement, with DASH scores decreasing from 65 to 25. The patient reported improved ability to perform daily tasks and a high level of satisfaction with the treatment.
Conclusion: Microcurrent therapy may be an effective non-invasive intervention for reducing pain and improving function in patients with De Quervain's disease. Further studies with larger sample sizes are needed to validate these findings.
DOI: 10.22271/multi.2024.v6.i12a.535Pages: 44-47 | Views: 100 | Downloads: 45Download Full Article: Click Here
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Khairul Islam, Raki Biswas.
Impact of microcurrent therapy on pain and function in De Quervain's disease: A case study. Int J Multidiscip Trends 2024;6(12):44-47. DOI:
10.22271/multi.2024.v6.i12a.535
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