9 - Osteoarthritis at base of thumb Flashcards

1
Q

5 symptoms of OA at base of thumb?

A

swelling, loss of function, stiffness, pain, deformity

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2
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is it common?

A

yes, very

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3
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when can the pain be noticed?

A

pinching/ opening jars

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4
Q

3 actions involved?

A

dorsal subuxation, metacarpal adduction, MCPJ hyperextension

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5
Q

4 non-op treatments?

A

lifestyle modifications, NSAIDS, splint, steroid injection

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6
Q

gold standard treatment?

A

trapeziectomy

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7
Q

2 other operative treatments?

A

fusion, replacement

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8
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2 benefits to trapeziectomy?

A

good pain relief, moderate pinch grip

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