Thumb arthritis: Did anyone have carpometacarpal (CMC) surgery?
Has anyone had CMC surgery where the trapezium bone is removed and your tendons are knotted to sit in the space to cushion your thumb? If so what was your experience? Thanks in advance
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Great! My fix was the Rocobado 6, a new mouse, and minding ergonomics while sitting at my computer--shoulders also have an effect, of all things! I wear a splint at night as I tend to curl my hands when sleeping, which is bad.
Several years ago, a specialist made thumb splints for me to sleep in. The thumbs were rested by the splints and the pain lessened. Now, I tape my thumbs and wrists at night. Often I just use masking tape. So helpful and not incapacitating or uncertain like surgery. My best to you. Sandra Bush
Have you tried using voice activation on your computer? I think it can be set up in Accessibility. It saves wear and tear on hands. Blessings, Sandra
I use a lot of KT tape, too. You tube says how to use it--probably the same as you are doing now! Great to hear your "fix".
Thank you for this suggestion!
Had CMC surgery Nov23 long recovery finally discharged from therapy in mid May. Awesome success still not greatest strength to open cans jars etc but apparently with my RTS on same side makes things more difficult but have learned how to use can opener with opposite hand using utube video
It looks like you wrap/bandage was wrapped to tight. I had to loosen mine after surgery because of this.