De Quervain's Tenosynovitis - OrthoInfo - AAOS
De Quervain's tendinosis is a condition that causes pain, tenderness, and swelling along the thumb side of your wrist. The condition develops when the tendons around the base of the thumb become irritated or constricted.
Arthritis of the Thumb - OrthoInfo - AAOS
If this results in pain, a gritty feeling, or a grinding sound (crepitus), arthritis of the joint is suspected. This image demonstrates one exam, known as the CMC grind test, that your doctor may perform if they suspect arthritis in the base of your thumb.
Sprained Thumb - OrthoInfo - AAOS
Most thumb sprains involve the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL), which is located on the inside of the joint where the thumb meets the palm. An injury to this ligament can be painful and may make your thumb feel loose or unstable.
Ganglion Cyst of the Wrist and Hand - OrthoInfo - AAOS
A ganglion cyst is a small, fluid-filled sac that grows out of the tissues surrounding a joint. Ganglion cysts frequently develop on the back of the wrist. If a ganglion cyst is painful or interferes with function, your doctor may recommend a procedure to drain it or remove it.
Arthritis of the Wrist - OrthoInfo - AAOS
Pain and stiffness are common symptoms of arthritis, and when these occur in your wrist, simple daily activities can become more difficult. Although the severity of symptoms related to arthritis can vary, most arthritis-related diseases are chronic.
Trigger Finger - Trigger Thumb - OrthoInfo - AAOS
Trigger finger causes pain, stiffness, and a sensation of locking or catching when you bend and straighten your finger. The condition is also known as “stenosing tenosynovitis.” The ring finger and thumb are most often affected by trigger finger.
Thumb Fractures - OrthoInfo - AAOS
Symptoms of a fractured thumb include: Severe pain at the fracture site; Swelling; Limited or no ability to move the thumb; Extreme tenderness when the thumb is touched; A misshapen or deformed look to the thumb; Numbness or coldness in the thumb; Instability of a joint in the thumb
Ulnar Tunnel Syndrome of the Wrist - OrthoInfo - AAOS
Ulnar tunnel syndrome occurs when the ulnar nerve is compressed at the wrist. This reduces blood flow to the nerve and can harm its function. When compressed at the wrist, the malfunction of the nerve can cause numbness and tingling in the …
Scaphoid Fracture of the Wrist - OrthoInfo - AAOS
Symptoms of a scaphoid fracture typically include swelling and pain in the wrist just below the base of the thumb. Pinching, grasping, pushing, and pulling often make pain worse. Treatment for a scaphoid fracture can range from casting to surgery.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - OrthoInfo - AAOS
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition that causes pain, numbness, and tingling in the hand and arm. It occurs when one of the major nerves to the hand—the median nerve—is squeezed or compressed as it travels through the wrist.