Thumb Pain

1. De Quervain's Tenosynovitis:

-Cause: Inflammation of the tendons in the thumb due to repetitive motion or overuse.

-Symptoms: Pain and swelling near the base of the thumb, difficulty moving the thumb and wrist, and a sticking sensation during thumb movement.

2. Basal Joint Arthritis (Thumb Arthritis):

-Cause: Degenerative changes in the carpometacarpal (CMC) joint at the base of the thumb.

-Symptoms: Pain at the base of the thumb, swelling, stiffness, and decreased range of motion, especially when pinching or gripping.

3. Trigger Thumb (Stenosing Tenosynovitis):

-Cause: Inflammation of the tendon sheath in the thumb, leading to difficulty bending or straightening the thumb.

-Symptoms: Pain and stiffness in the thumb, a popping or clicking sensation, and the thumb locking in a bent position.

4. Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) Injury (Gamekeeper's Thumb or Skier's Thumb):

-Cause: Injury to the ligament on the inner side of the thumb, often due to a fall or forceful impact.

-Symptoms: Pain, swelling, and instability at the base of the thumb, especially when pinching or gripping.

5. Thumb Fracture:

-Cause: Break in one of the bones in the thumb, typically due to trauma or a fall.

-Symptoms: Severe pain, swelling, bruising, deformity, and difficulty moving the thumb.