PREVALENCE OF DE QUERVAIN TENOSYNOVITIS AMONG HENNA ARTISTS
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https://doi.org/10.71000/6h8n4p94Keywords:
De Quervain Tenosynovitis, , Finkelstein Test, Henna Artists, Inflammation, Pain, PRWE Scale, Wrist JointAbstract
Background: De Quervain’s tenosynovitis (DQT) is a painful inflammatory condition affecting the first dorsal compartment of the wrist, primarily involving the abductor pollicis longus (APL) and extensor pollicis brevis (EPB) tendons. It is commonly observed in individuals performing repetitive wrist and thumb movements such as gripping, twisting, or pinching. This inflammation results in pain, swelling, and restricted functional motion, particularly during thumb abduction or wrist deviation, and may significantly impair occupational performance and quality of life.
Objective: To determine the prevalence of De Quervain’s tenosynovitis and its association with wrist pain and functional disability among henna artists in Faisalabad.
Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 148 henna artists aged 18–40 years working in selected beauty salons of Faisalabad. Participants were selected through purposive sampling after obtaining informed consent and ethical approval from The University of Faisalabad. The Finkelstein test was used to identify DQT, while the Patient-Rated Wrist Evaluation Scale (PRWE) assessed pain and functional limitation. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 23, with descriptive and inferential statistics applied to explore associations among demographic and clinical variables.
Results: Among 148 participants, 134 (90.5%) were female and 14 (9.5%) were male. Clinical assessment revealed that 68 participants (45.9%) tested positive for DQT. PRWE results indicated that 35.1% of participants had minimal disability, 28.4% mild, 22.3% moderate, 10.8% severe, and 3.4% very severe disability. A strong correlation was found between positive Finkelstein results and higher PRWE scores (p<0.001), whereas no significant association was observed with gender, age, or working hours (p>0.05).
Conclusion: The study demonstrated a high prevalence of DQT among henna artists, emphasizing occupational overuse as a major contributor to pain and wrist dysfunction. Preventive ergonomic strategies, regular screening, and early rehabilitation are essential to minimize work-related disability and preserve functional capacity in this profession.
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