Possible Trapeziectomy

Denny55

Hi all. I have arthritis in both of my thumbs. I have in the past had steroid injections. The first one I had in my right hand lasted 18 months. The second one done by GP didn’t work. 3rd one done by Muscosketal clinic in right hand has lasted 7 months. But left hand has only lasted 4 months. The Muscosketal lady has booked me in for another injection on left hand but has said my X-rays done in April last year showed quite a bit of arthritis. So it’s just getting worse. She has mentioned possibly referring me to Orthopaedic Team with a view to having Trapeziectomy. 

I’m sure many people have had this op. Could you share your experiences with me please?

frogmorton

Morning@Denny55

I have no experience, but gosh over the years you are right we have had many many trapeziectomies here!

I have dug you out this old thread:

https://community.versusarthritis.org/discussion/50379/trapeziectomy-part-deux

Do let us know how things go for you

Denny55

Thank you