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personal experience with surgery for basal joint arthritis

updated thu 20 nov 08

 

L Shields on wed 19 nov 08


Hello
In August I had surgery for my thumb arthritis... basal joint arthritis or CMC joint arthritis. I had tendon transfer arthroplasty.

It has been three months and I am doing OK. My hand is still weak but steadily getting better. I am hoping to start to do a bit of throwing. I want to start with soft clay so I have done some pugging of clay and found that to be a challenge (or good workout for my hand).

I will have the other hand done in March.

If anyone has any questions feel free to email me.. lpsandclay@yahoo.com
Linda