The thumb is the most moveable joint in the hand, and it moves in a combination of different ways to hold and manipulate objects. Repeated strain or direct injury to the thumb can damage the supporting joint and ligaments, which can impact many fine motor movements used during daily activities.
Thumb Injuries
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Thumb Arthritis
The thumb is the most common place in the hand to develop arthritis. Thumb arthritis results from the breakdown of cartilage within the joint at the base of the thumb. This results in inflammation and pain with everyday tasks, such as grasping, grippin...
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Thumb Sprains
Thumb sprains result from injury to a ligament that stabilizes the thumb joint. This causes pain and swelling and weakens the ability of the ligament to support the thumb.