Q&A

Why does my metacarpophalangeal joint hurt?

Why does my metacarpophalangeal joint hurt?

Causes of Metacarpophalangeal (MCP) Joint Arthritis Traumatic injury leading to broken bone or loss of cartilage (Post-traumatic arthritis) Routine wear and tear of the MCP joint (osteoarthritis) Certain medical conditions (gout, pseudogout, psoriasis, etc.) Infections (after a cut, puncture or animal bite)

What do you do for metacarpal pain?

Resting the affected hand.

Wearing splints at night.

Using heat to soothe the pain.

Using ice to reduce swelling.

Possible cortisone injections.

Possible surgery when no other treatments work.

Can thumb arthritis be cured?

While there is no cure for arthritis in your thumb, there are various simple treatments that can help relieve symptoms for many people. Talk to your doctor or physical therapist about which treatments might work best for you. Thumb arthritis.

Is a metacarpal fracture bad?

Metacarpal fractures, which are a type of hand fracture, are common and account for 10% of all fractures. If you have this type of injury, it’s important to seek medical attention to help preserve the full range of strength and mobility in your hand. Fortunately, recovery is typically very good for this type of injury.

What are the symptoms of thumb pain?

Pain is the first and most common symptom of thumb arthritis. Pain can occur at the base of your thumb when you grip, grasp or pinch an object, or use your thumb to apply force. Other signs and symptoms might include: Swelling, stiffness and tenderness at the base of your thumb.

What are the most common causes of thumb and hand pain?

If the pain in the hand is generalized and accompanied by tingling and numbness, it may be caused by carpal tunnel syndrome, another common cause of thumb and hand pain. Affecting the joints of millions of people worldwide, osteoarthritis is characterized by inflammatory pain at a joint and is a common cause of thumb and hand pain.

What causes pain in the base of the thumb?

Pain at the base of your thumb. This pain could be a symptom of thumb injury or overuse, basil joint arthritis, or carpal tunnel syndrome. Additionally, pain at the base of your thumb can be caused by injuries to the ligaments at the lower part of your hand and in your wrist.

Which splint is right to treat your thumb pain?

and pinky fingers.

Oval 8 Finger Splints feature no adjustment straps.

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