Metacarpophlangeal (MP) Joint Replacement

The metacarpophalangeal (MP) joint is the large joint where the finger attaches to the hand. Arthritis of the MP joint can lead to pain, swelling and stiffness. Nonoperative management includes a steroid injection or two, activity limitation and buddy taping the finger to its neighbor. In

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Proximal Interphalangeal (PIP) Joint Replacement

The proximal interphalangeal joint is the middle joint of the finger. Injuries to the proximal interphalangeal joint often lead to arthritis. The treatment of proximal interphalangeal joint arthritis starts with buddy taping of the finger to its neighboring digit and a steroid injection into the

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The 1st Metacarpal Osteotomy for Basilar (Basal) Thumb Pain in Young Adults

Arthritis commonly affects the base of the thumb. Older patients, or those with more advanced arthritis, are well-treated by the LRTI procedure, which is well-covered in this website. While the LRTI is extremely effective, it may be more surgery than a younger patient with less-advanced

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Basilar (Basal) Thumb Arthritis

The base of the thumb (the trapeziometacarpal joint) is commonly affected by arthritis. The arthritis often causes pain during pinching and gripping. It may be especially severe when opening jars or turning a key. It may progressively worsen until most/all hand activities become painful.

The

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