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Pregnancy-related Hand and Wrist Problems.
Ahmadreza Afshar1, Ali Tabrizi1
1Department of Orthopedics, Imam Khomeini Hospital, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran.
The Archives of Bone and Joint Surgery
|July 9, 2021
Summary
Pregnancy-related hand and wrist issues like carpal tunnel syndrome are common, especially in the third trimester. These conditions often improve after childbirth with non-surgical treatments.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Obstetrics
- Rheumatology
Background:
- Hand and wrist disorders frequently occur during pregnancy, often manifesting in the third trimester due to hormonal shifts, fluid retention, and weight gain.
- These conditions can significantly impact a pregnant individual's quality of life if left untreated.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review common hand and wrist disorders during pregnancy.
- To provide an overview of their pathology, clinical presentations, examinations, and treatment strategies.
Main Methods:
- This study is a review of existing literature on pregnancy-related hand and wrist conditions.
- It synthesizes information on diagnosis and management.
Main Results:
- Common conditions include carpal tunnel syndrome and De Quervain disease.
- Other reported issues include neuralgic amyotrophy, pyogenic granuloma, ligamentous laxity, arthralgia, and arthritis exacerbation.
- Non-surgical interventions are typically effective.
Conclusions:
- Pregnancy-related hand and wrist problems are prevalent and diverse.
- Prompt diagnosis and non-surgical management can improve outcomes.
- Most conditions have a favorable prognosis and resolve postpartum.
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