The base of the thumb—called the carpometacarpal joint, or CMC—is a common site for arthritis. Osteoarthritis (OA) can develop in the thumb. This condition gradually occurs from joint wear and ...
The CMC joint connects the thumb to the wrist ... The most common type of arthritis of the thumb is osteoarthritis (OA). OA can cause damage to the thumb joints due to natural wear and tear ...
Commonly diagnosed hand and wrist conditions include carpal and cubital tunnel syndrome, ganglion cyst and basal joint ...