Abstract Date Presented 04/20/2023 Research to support the most effective orthosis for individuals with carpometacarpal (CMC) osteoarthritis is limited. Therefore, we conducted a systematic review determine improving pain, pinch, and grip. Pain, grip are three factors that affect one’s participation in daily occupations. As baby boomer population continues age, life span increase, prevalence of...

The purpose is to determine if ligament reconstruction with tendon interposition (LRTI) a recommendable salvage option for failed total joint prosthesis of the first carpometacarpal joint. Twenty-two patients in our database met in- clusion criteria this retrospective study, at least 6 months follow-up. Fourteen participated and were invited clinical examination asked fill out two questionnaire...

Objective—To examine the relation between osteoarthritis of the hand and knee in a group of skeletons dating to the 18th and early 19th centuries from two sites in London. Methods—This was a case-control study of 115 cases and controls matched for age and sex. Cases were skeletons with osteoarthritis of the hands; cases and controls were assessed for the presence of osteoarthritis of any compar...