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Basal Joint Osteoarthritis



What it is
 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).


Symptoms
  • Pain with activities that involve gripping or pinching, such as turning a key, opening a door, or snapping your fingers.
  • Swelling and tenderness at the base of the thumb.
  • An aching discomfort after prolonged use.
  • Loss of strength in gripping or pinching activities.
  • An enlarged, "out-of-joint" appearance.
  • Development of a bony prominence or bump over the joint.
  • Limited motion.



More information.

Source from AAOS , Viewmedica , WebMD
Last Updated on Tuesday, 13 March 2012 21:20
 
We are fully licensed by the state of Texas and are Medicare certified.  Our facility is also accredited by The Joint Commission.
We are an affiliate of United Surgical Partners International , and partnered with local physicians.
Physicians are members of the medical staff and are neither employees nor agents of Baylor Orthopedic and Spine , 
Hospital at Arlington, United Surgical Partners International , Baylor Health Care System , or any of their subsidiaries or affiliates.