Understanding Thumb CMC OA & How Therapy Can Help
First carpometacarpal osteoarthritis (CMC OA), also known as basilar joint arthritis or thumb arthritis, is a degenerative joint disease that causes wear and tear to the cartilage of the thumb. CMC OA can lead to pain, stiffness, and reduced function with daily activities, including those requiring pinching. What are the symptoms of CMC OA (thumb arthritis)? […]
Occupational Therapy and Me
A conversation with Stephanie Lendroth, OTD, OTR/L WHY OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY? My grandma originally gave me the idea to become an occupational therapist when I was in high school. She was receiving home health services and could envision me as an OT someday. Since then, I have volunteered in a variety of settings and worked alongside […]
De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis
The Case of the Painful Thumb WHAT IS IT? Pain at the base of the thumb or on the thumb side of the wrist is not only annoying but can greatly impact your ability to participate in daily activities. While there can be many causes for this pain, one of the more common causes is […]