Clinical effects of proprioceptive thumb exercise for individuals with carpometacarpal joint osteoarthritis: A randomized controlled trial

Thumb carpometacarpal joint (CMCJ) osteoarthritis (OA) is a common diagnosis, affecting 7% of men and 15% of women and is most often seen in postmenopausal women.1 The symptoms of this diagnosis are progressive over time.2 The most common reported symptoms include thumb pain at rest and/or during activity, decreased pinch strength, decreased thumb motion, and limitations in functional performance.2 Pain relief and restoration of function are the primary objectives of rehabilitation.3-6 Recommended evidence-based interventions for thumb CMCJ OA include a multifaceted approach based on thumb immobilization or support, educational programs, physical interventions, therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy for reducing pain and improving function.
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Source Type: research