Recovery After Trapeziectomy — What to Expect in the First Three Months
Trapeziectomy removes the worn trapezium bone to relieve thumb arthritis pain. Understand the surgical procedure, recovery process, and expected outcomes.
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Thumb Conditions
Basal joint arthritis, gamekeeper’s thumb, and UCL injuries
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Stener Lesion — Why Some Thumb Ligament Injuries Always Need Surgery
A Stener lesion prevents natural healing of the thumb's UCL. Learn why surgical repair is always required and what the...
Bennett’s and Rolando’s Fractures — Thumb Base Fractures Requiring Fixation
Complex thumb base fractures including Bennett's and Rolando's patterns often require surgical fixation. Understand the treatment approach and recovery.
Thumb Arthritis in Women — Why the Condition Is More Common After Menopause
Hormonal changes after menopause significantly increase the risk of thumb arthritis. Learn about the connection and available treatment strategies.
Basal Joint Arthritis — The Most Common Form of Thumb Arthritis
Basal joint arthritis at the thumb base is extremely common, especially in women over 50. Discover the full range of...
Trapeziectomy Surgery — The Gold Standard for Severe Thumb Arthritis
Trapeziectomy removes the worn trapezium bone to relieve thumb arthritis pain. Understand the surgical procedure, recovery process, and expected outcomes.