r/DeQuervains

I visited my PCP and they ordered an xray which showed nothing. They didn’t even do any tests in the office to rule out anything. All they said is that they have to refer me to OT and go from there. Is that the next step that the majority of yall experienced on your healing journey? I’m a flight attendant so I can’t wear a brace during work and my work is what I fear caused this 😫 I’d love to get this figured out so any input would be appreciated 🙏🏽

I am 4 days post injection. The pain I felt when I touched my wrist externally is gone, and the pain I feel when I move my wrist around and lift things is gone. However, I am still experiencing sharp pains directly in my tendon if I tweak my wrist too far. Is this still normal 4 days post steroid injection? My ortho said I didn’t need a splint and to use my hand like normal to my comfort level.

Recently I started doing thumb and wrist stretches and exercises and I started to see a swelling bump for the first time along with some tightness and slight aching. It goes away after 30 min. Is this OK or should I hold back on some exercises? The exercises don't hurt to do but I don't want to irritate the issue more. I started doing 10 reps of 4 different ones 3 times a day