may not be necessary.
When symptoms occur, a healthcare
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professional may recommend modifying activities, temporary splinting or other treatments depending on the cause and severity.
Imaging such as an X-ray can sometimes help distinguish a bony carpal boss from other types of wrist lumps.
Giant Cell Tumor of the Tendon Sheath
The name sounds alarming, but a giant cell tumor of the tendon sheath is typically a benign growth.
These tumors develop around the tendon sheath and commonly affect the hand or fingers.
They often grow
