Thumb arthritis is osteoarthritis at the base of the thumb, where the carpometacarpal (CMC) joint wears down until gripping, pinching, and turning a key become painful. Anti-inflammatory pills can quiet a flare but don't rebuild cartilage, which is why Hand & Wrist of Louisville starts with splinting, topical treatments, hand
It starts as a dull ache after a long day at the keyboard or a sudden sharp twinge when you reach to open a jar. Soon, you find yourself asking: Why does my wrist hurt so suddenly? Or Why does my thumb hurt every time I try to grip my
That midnight wake-up call—shaking your hand out because it feels like it’s "fallen asleep"—is more than just an annoyance. For many in the Louisville area, it is the first red flag of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). Left untreated, what starts as a mild tingle can evolve into permanent nerve damage.
Thumb pain can interrupt even the simplest joys: opening a jar, typing at work, gripping a coffee mug, or holding onto creative tools like paintbrushes, guitar strings, or gardening shears. When the base of the thumb becomes stiff and painful, people often begin avoiding the very activities that make life