Arthritisrefers to pain, and often swelling, in your joints. Joints are the places where your bones connect together and move. You have about 350 joints in your body, and you can have arthritis in any of them. However, it’s most common in the hands, hips and knees. Many people get ...
Early treatment of degenerative arthritis of the thumb carpometacarpal joint. Hand Clin 2008;24(3):251-61, v-vi.Yao J, Park MJ. Early treatment of degenerative arthritis of the thumb carpometacarpal joint. Hand Clin. 2008;24(3):251-61....
Most people that have thumb arthritis will notice that their symptoms gradually worsen over time. In most cases, the diagnosis can be made based on a physical exam and x-rays. Treatment varies depending on each patient’s goals and symptoms. The following are nonsurgical treatment options: ...
This article explores the anatomy and biomechanics of carpometacarpal arthritis and its present surgical treatment options. 展开▼ 机译:据报道,拇指掌指关节骨关节炎的男性影像学患病率为7%,女性为15%。许多患者保持最小的症状。但是,一部分患者会出现使人衰弱的疼痛,虚弱和不稳,从而严重限制了手的功能。
Total joint arthroplasty (TJA) is one of the surgical treatment options for symptomatic advanced thumb CMC arthritis. This retrospective study aims to evaluate the mid-term functional and radiological results of TJA with the minimum follow-up period of 3 years after the surgery.Presented are the ...
We do know that trigger finger is more common in people who have rheumatoid arthritis, gout, diabetes or another illness that causes inflammation. Repeated gripping of the hands can also increase your risk of developing trigger finger. People who work with tools or operate heavy machinery can be...
For conditions such as trigger thumb or arthritis, doctors may suggest wearing it for an extended period, even during sleep. However, it is essential to consult with a healthcare professional determine the correct duration and whether a thumb splint is the right treatment option. ...
If left untreated, Gamekeeper's thumb can lead to chronic instability and arthritis in the thumb joint. Treatment options depend on the severity of the injury and may include immobilization with a splint or cast, physical therapy, or surgery. Diagnosis is typically made through a physical examinat...
If untreated or misdiagnosed, this type of injury can cause long-term instability of the thumb, leading tochronic pain, weakness, and prematurearthritis. What Are the Causes of a Sprained Thumb? When you have a sprained thumb, it will be because of a torn UCL most of the time. The UCL...
The base of our thumb may be just a small part of our hand, but we rely on it more than we think. Arthritis in that area can have large consequences, often making simple actions such as picking up an object or opening a door an obstacle. ...