Thumb Osteoarthritis

Thumb Pain with Mobility Deficits

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  • Do you or a family member have pain in your thumb? Do they complain of stiffness in the morning? Osteoarthritis of the thumb is commonly caused by injury, overuse injuries, or from a history of immobilization.  Look below for some things to consider!

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Anatomy

Image via Complete Anatomy by 3D4 Medical

Image via Complete Anatomy by 3D4 Medical


Special Tests

  • A good clinical test you can use to check the integrity of the 1stCMC joint is the grind test. A positive test indicates osteoarthritis of the thumb. (Click image to watch 1-2 minute video

Treatment

 This technique can be used for both pain modulation and to help increase flexion range of motion in the thumb! (Click image to watch 1-2 minute video

Therapeutic Exercise

  • This exercise can be used to help mobilize the thumb at home and help decrease pain.  (Click image to watch 1-2 minute video