Thumb base arthritis surgery: joint replacement vs bone removal
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two common surgeries for thumb base arthritis to see which one gives better pain relief and hand function. The results could help you and your doctor choose the best treatment option.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 80 years old.
- You have thumb base arthritis that causes pain or limits hand function.
- You have tried non-surgical treatments (like splints, pain relievers, or steroid injections) for at least 3 months without enough relief.
- You are either a non-smoker or have completely quit smoking at least 6 weeks before surgery.
- You have not had any surgery on your thumb base or nearby joints before.
- You do not have other chronic pain conditions or significant pain in the same hand that is worse than your thumb pain.
- You do not have severe arthritis (grade 4) or very short trapezium bone (less than 7 mm).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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