Patrick Mahomes’ wife Brittany opens up about year-long wrist struggle
Brittany Mahomes, wife of NFL star Patrick Mahomes, has publicly shared her diagnosis of De Quervain’s tenosynovitis, a condition causing wrist pain. She is currently undergoing treatment and wearing a brace to manage the symptoms.
Why it matters
Public figures sharing health struggles can raise awareness for common, often overlooked conditions like 'mother's wrist' among the general public.
Patrick Mahomes' lady love Brittany Mahomes spent almost a year hoping her wrist pain would settle down. Instead, it kept getting worse. On May 5, 2026, she told her Instagram followers that she had finally gone to a doctor and learned she had De Quervain’s tenosynovitis, often called “mother’s wrist.” She also showed fans the brace she now wears for the problem. For Brittany, the latest health scare comes after another painful recovery linked to motherhood.The update feels familiar for many mothers. Brittany has three young children with Kansas City Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes, Sterling, Bronze and Golden. She also has a busy life that includes fitness and her work as a Kansas City Current co-owner.
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