Other names: Basal Joint arthritis, 1st CMC arthritis Does your thumb hurt when you try to open a jar? Do you have pain at the base of your thumb? You may have a common condition called Basal Joint Arthritis, or arthritis at the base of the thumb. What is Basal Joint Arthritis? The thumb is […]
We have three joints in our thumb. If activities of daily living such, such as rotating doorknobs, unscrewing jar tops, zipping a jacket, buttoning buttons, etc. cause pain, and are difficult to perform, consider seeing your healthcare provider right away. You may be suffering from a condition called basal joint thumb arthritis, says Dr. Wayne […]
Arthritis is a condition that irritates or destroys a joint. Although there are several types of arthritis, the one that most often affects the joint at the base of the thumb (the basal joint) is osteoarthritis (degenerative or “wear-and-tear” arthritis). Osteoarthritis occurs when the smooth cartilage that covers the ends of the bones begins to […]
Many people suffer from arthritis of the hand, a condition that can be painful and debilitating. Our hands and wrists are made up of small joints that together help us move in various ways. When these joints are affected by arthritis, fine motor skills can be threatened, making it difficult and frustrating to perform every […]
Arthritis is a condition that irritates or destroys a joint. Although there are several types of arthritis, the one that most often affects the joint at the base of the thumb (the basal joint) is osteoarthritis (degenerative or “wear-and-tear” arthritis). Osteoarthritis occurs when the smooth cartilage that covers the ends of the bones begins to […]
