The base of the thumb—called the carpometacarpal joint, or CMC—is a common site for arthritis ... occurs from a serious injury might require surgery. Severe thumb OA is treated with CMC ...

Gout is a type of inflammatory arthritis that develops ... and tophi. Surgery is rarely needed to treat gout in the thumb, but it may be needed if joint damage related to tophi occurs.

UAB Orthopaedic Surgery joint faculty and trainees deliver world-class, compassionate care in a community environment for patients with hip and knee arthritis. Our team works to advance the science of ...

The UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Joint Reconstruction Section faculty and trainees deliver world-class, compassionate care in a community environment for patients with hip and knee arthritis.