Base of Thumb Osteoarthritis Flashcards
1
Q
Presentation base of thumb oa (5)
A
Pain Stiff Swell Deformity Loss of Function
2
Q
who gets base of thumb oa?
A
Common
1 in 3 Women
3
Q
Examination for base of thumb oa (4)
A
Pain opening jars/pinching
Difficulty Dorsal Subuxation
Difficulty Metacarpal Adduction
Difficulty MCPJ Hyperextension
4
Q
OA Base of Thumb Treatment (5)
A
NSAIDS Splint Steroid Injection Trapeziectomy Fusion
5
Q
What is gold standard for oa base of thumb treatment
A
Trapeziectomy
