Arthritis at the base of the thumb (also called basal joint or CMC arthritis) is very common in women who are in their 50’s and older. The pain can interfere with the simplest pinching activities, such as turning your key in a lock or opening your water bottle. There are many treatment options, including strengthening exercises, braces, steroid injections and even joint replacement. The surgical procedure for a joint replacement involves removing the trapezium, the small bone at the base of the thumb, and replacing it with a soft tissue graft. The result is a pain-free, functional pinch.
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