THUMB OSTEOARTHRITIS
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Thumb arthritis surgery showdown: simple removal vs. reconstruction
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two surgeries for severe thumb arthritis: simple removal of a small wrist bone (trapeziectomy) versus removal plus ligament reconstruction (the Weilby procedure). Sixty patients were randomly assigned to one surgery. The goal was to see which provides better p…
Matched conditions: THUMB OSTEOARTHRITIS
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southern Denmark • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Thumb arthritis pain relief: steroid shot vs. placebo
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a steroid injection into the thumb joint can reduce pain and improve hand function in people with thumb osteoarthritis. 61 adults received either a steroid shot or a placebo (salt water) and were followed for 6 months. The goal was to see if the steroid …
Matched conditions: THUMB OSTEOARTHRITIS
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Thumb muscle workout may reduce arthritis pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether strengthening a small thumb muscle (the first dorsal interosseous) can help people with thumb arthritis. 160 adults who already used a thumb splint were assigned to do specific exercises. Researchers measured changes in pinch strength and pain after 1…
Matched conditions: THUMB OSTEOARTHRITIS
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Ozone shots for thumb arthritis: a new hope?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether injecting oxygen-ozone into the thumb joint, along with wearing a splint, reduces pain and improves hand function in people with thumb osteoarthritis. 43 adults took part. The goal was to see if this combination works better than using a splint alone.
Matched conditions: THUMB OSTEOARTHRITIS
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Humanitas Clinical and Research Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC