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Has anyone had this hand surgery?
04-16-2007, 09:51 PM
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Has anyone had this hand surgery?
I went to the dr today, been having pain in my left hand. Dr said I have DJD to (CMC) joint of my LT. thumb. He said I have no joint left, gave me a cortisone shot and said bottom line is; I need surgery on the hand. He spoke about fusion of the joint and said I would not be able to move my hand.

Has anyone on this board had this surgery before and is this a surgery where scar tissue might be a future problem?

Also seeing dr for my knees & back, both wc related, my hand is not.



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04-17-2007, 11:14 AM
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RE: Has anyone had this hand surgery?
Bummer Knees Wrote:I went to the dr today, been having pain in my left hand. Dr said I have DJD to (CMC) joint of my LT. thumb. He said I have no joint left, gave me a cortisone shot and said bottom line is; I need surgery on the hand. He spoke about fusion of the joint and said I would not be able to move my hand.

Has anyone on this board had this surgery before and is this a surgery where scar tissue might be a future problem?

Also seeing dr for my knees & back, both wc related, my hand is not.



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I have nooo idea about your condition, but read about other options besides fusion.  You might wish to read about them if you haven't already.  The first page relates ruling out  Carple Tunnel.  The last two pages are possible options and results.

http://www.physioroom.com/experts/askthe...050331.php

Ligament Recontruction and Tendon Interposition
http://www.wheelessonline.com/ortho/liga...erposition

CMC Arthritis Resection Arthroplasty:
http://www.wheelessonline.com/ortho/cmc_...throplasty

Good luck.
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04-17-2007, 03:03 PM
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RE: Has anyone had this hand surgery?
Looks like I have sone reading to do, THANKS!
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