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What Causes Pain And Stiffness In Thumb Joint?
About 3 months ago I had sharp pains in my right thumb off & on for about 2 days & then it went away. Now for about the last 6 wks I ve been having a lot of stiffness in top joint with pain especialy when I wake after doing a lot of gripping or lifting the day before. It s like a catch in that joint that s very painfull especially the first several times I try to bend it. I work with my hands so this is very troubling .Any ideas? Thank You.
Fri, 17 Apr 2015
Hi,
Thanks for your query.
Although it isn't possible to diagnose your condition without an examination and a few tests, your history is suggestive of arthritis of thumb joint.
I would suggest getting this evaluated by an orthopedician for detailed examination. You may get the X-ray/MRI, some blood tests and joint fluid analysis under his/her guidance to reach the accurate diagnosis.
Use heat and cold to manage pain. Both heat and cold can relieve pain in your joint. Heat also relieves stiffness and cold can relieve muscle spasms.
Apply over-the-counter pain creams. Creams and gels available at the drugstore may provide temporary relief from osteoarthritis pain.
Take diet rich in calcium, vitamin d3 and minerals.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
Thanks for your query.
Although it isn't possible to diagnose your condition without an examination and a few tests, your history is suggestive of arthritis of thumb joint.
I would suggest getting this evaluated by an orthopedician for detailed examination. You may get the X-ray/MRI, some blood tests and joint fluid analysis under his/her guidance to reach the accurate diagnosis.
Use heat and cold to manage pain. Both heat and cold can relieve pain in your joint. Heat also relieves stiffness and cold can relieve muscle spasms.
Apply over-the-counter pain creams. Creams and gels available at the drugstore may provide temporary relief from osteoarthritis pain.
Take diet rich in calcium, vitamin d3 and minerals.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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