CMC arthritis at age 32, too young for surgery?
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Two years ago, I was diagnosed with CMC arthritis. I have been told numerous of times by my doctors that this is a very common problem in women. What makes my situation unusual is that I am only thirty two years old. I have exhausted all other forms of treatment, including cortisone shots, with little to no relief. I will be going next week for another second opinion for surgery with a hand specialist. It seems the problem with performing surgery on my thumb is not knowing whether it would be successful. My doctors are unaware of a case like mine, with my age, so are not certain what the outcome will be if they perform it. I would appreciate any insight you may have on cases where this common surgery, has been done on an uncommon aged woman, and its outcome. Sincerely, |
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Tendon transposition for the osteoarthritis of the first CMC joint in my experience has been fairly successful, but it does require some rehabilitation to regain full function. However, I do not have any experience with someone so young and I do not recall seeing any information on the long term outcome of such procedures. This is an important question for your hand surgeon. |
Last update: 12:44 AM Thursday, April 26, 2007
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