Wrist joint replacement

I’ve never heard of it…..I would love more info on it. I have real wrist problems w EDS and a bad fall onto them…..very loose…..they told me there was no wrist replacement.

@tinknocker and @terrirussell, here is a bit more information on wrist replacement (arthoplasty): https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/treatment/wrist-joint-replacement-wrist-arthroplasty/.

It seems as though wrist replacements are becoming a bit more common, but still used in certain situations on a case-by-case basis. Upon reading, the average wrist joint replacement lasts 10-15 years and has benefits of mobility vs. a wrist fusion.

@tinknocker, being cautious with any surgery is a good approach. What has you most concerned about a wrist replacement? How are you doing currently with your wrist as far as pain and use go?

I had a wrist replacement about 10 -11 years ago. I am now looking at having it removed.
It was a tough surgery going in and a long recovery but once healed, my wrist was great. I am forever grateful to my hand dr who bought me time to play my guitar and do photography - among other things.
I will say - on the other end of this - my joints have deteriorated so much they are baffled on how it’s all coming out and how easy it won’t be to fuse which is now my only option. Still - I would never trade the past 10 years with the replacement for anything. Nothing wagered - nothing gained.

Thats encouraging Im just 3.5wks post op and its very stiff so far but not sore which is good

I am just beginning the exploration of options for my failing wrist.
History - I have osteo- and rheumatoid arthritis in my hands and wrists. About 20 years ago, I had a proximal row carpectomy to remove several bones in my right (non-dominant) hand and scrape the tip of the ulna.
After many years of use/abuse, I am seeing increased deformity, and experiencing increased pain and weakness.
The only way I manage to get through the day is by kinesio taping the wrist, wearing a brace for all but the most mild use, and basically "bathing" the hand and wrist in Voltaren 2.32% gel twice a day. (Oral NSAID's are not an option, and I already take a DMARD disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug) for my arthritis.

My best friend had total wrist fusion a couple years ago, and I don't feel that I could tolerate the limitations to my activity, so I am looking at whether total wrist replacement is an option for me.

Have you had a total wrist replacement? If so, how long and difficult was the recovery? What were your mid- to long-term results? Would you do it again?