Could a Rare Thumb Bone Fracture Be Causing Your Chronic Pain?
If you have ongoing thumb pain that doctors cannot explain, a hidden bone fracture might be the cause. This article looks at…
Surgical Treatment · July 16, 2026Could a Tiny Incision Fix Your Thumb Arthritis Without Major Surgery?
The short answer: A new minimally invasive thumb joint fusion through a very small opening may work, but evidence is from one…
Surgical Treatment · July 14, 2026Can Rotating Your Thumb Joint Really Stop Arthritis Pain?
The short answer: In this study, eight people with severe rhizarthrosis had a rotation surgery at the base of the thumb that…
Surgical Treatment · July 13, 2026Can Surgery for Thumb Arthritis Help You Return to Work?
The short answer: Surgery for thumb arthritis can reduce pain and help you do your job better. There are three main findings…
Surgical Treatment · July 2, 2026Can Thumb Surgery Really Stop Bone Shortening and Keep Your Grip Strong?
The short answer: A new thumb surgery can help keep the thumb from getting shorter. In this study, the thumb did not…
Surgical Treatment · June 26, 2026Can a Tiny Scaffold Help Your Thumb Arthritis Without Using Other Body Tissue?
The short answer: A dissolving scaffold used in thumb surgery can reduce pain and keep your thumb stronger and more flexible for…
Surgical Treatment · June 23, 2026Could Thumb Joint Fusion Be the Answer to Your Painful Grip?
The short answer: Thumb joint fusion can relieve pain and improve grip for many people. In this study, 64 percent had excellent…
Surgical Treatment · June 17, 2026Can a Muscle and Tendon Graft Treat Thumb Arthritis Without Using Your Wrist Tendon?
The short answer: The palmaris longus tendon with a small muscle piece can stabilize and cushion the base of your thumb in…
Surgical Treatment · June 15, 2026Why Do Surgeons Sometimes Need to Work Together on Complex Wounds?
The short answer: Two kinds of surgeons work together to treat very large wounds and infections, and this teamwork helps patients heal…
Surgical Treatment · June 5, 2026Can an Injury to Your Thumb Lead to Arthritis Later?
The short answer: Thumb injuries can lead to arthritis, but that is rare. Getting proper treatment right away gives you the best…