Connect
← Return to Thumb arthritis: Did anyone have carpometacarpal (CMC) surgery?
Discussion
Thumb arthritis: Did anyone have carpometacarpal (CMC) surgery?
Bones, Joints & Muscles | Last Active: Nov 11 10:24pm | Replies (29)Comment receiving replies
Hi, I had Trapizium surgery on my right thumb a month ago. I had severe swelling in all my fingers 2 days after. I still have swelling and stiff fingers. My PT says it’s from keeping my hand in a protective state. I did move fingers the best I could due to the swelling. Now I’m scared to death I won’t get the movement back in these fingers. I’m bending them to pain limits several times a day now. Holding them up icing. Etc. it’s also my dominant hand.
Is this normal? This pic was taken 2 days after surgery.
Replies to "Hi, I had Trapizium surgery on my right thumb a month ago. I had severe swelling..."
I had same one last October. Eight months past now. I have pain but everyday I can do more things. I hope I can do tennis again someday. Hang in there.
It looks like you wrap/bandage was wrapped to tight. I had to loosen mine after surgery because of this.
I was hospitalized for 2 days, 4 days after surgery. My hand looked the same. Now 3 months after surgery my fingers are still swollen and stiff. It appears the radial nerve was damaged and also carpal tunnel which I did not have prior to surgery. I will be going in for a second surgery after seeing a neurologist to repair the damage. My hopes are that I will regain usage of my hand after the second surgery.
Connect
Oh yes, that's a pretty typical look two days after! I have had both thumbs done, successfully. The question is, have you started therapy with a qualified hand therapist? They can provide SO much valuable information and coaching to get you on the right track.
Sue