Thumb Osteoarthritis is a degenerative condition that effects the small joints of the thumb, particularly the basal thumb joints (CMC and STT joints) . This video aims to provide evidence based information about Thumb Base Osteoarthritis by answering the 3 most common questions asked by people who have been diagnosed with the condition :-

1) What is it ?
2) Why do I have it ?
3) What can I do about it ?

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Links to the thumb splints referred to in the video can be seen below.
https://amzn.to/3S0DFRE (soft splint works with either thumb)
https://amzn.to/3GcokJw (push meta grip thumb cmc joint splint) ** Recommended

https://amzn.to/3GcokJwMore supportive splints
https://amzn.to/3f3SNPL (small/medium right)
https://amzn.to/3xCkcic (small/medium left)
https://amzn.to/3xBL1Tw (large left)
https://amzn.to/3DEteiz (large right)

Large wrist and thumb splint combined
https://amzn.to/3qUwb74

If you cannot find a splint that fits comfortably (which can be a problem if you have thumb base squaring) then I would recommend seeing an occupational therapist, or an orthotist who can custom make a splint from thermoplastic to fit your individual thumb shape and avoid rubbing.

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