Osteoarthritis is a common complaint in the hands and wrists of aging patients. While conservative management is the mainstay of initial treatment, various surgical interventions are available based on the location and severity of the arthritis. The patient’s functional goals should be considered when deciding among various treatment options.

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Osteoarthritis

  • Carter J. Boyd,
  • Jonathan M. Bekisz

摘要

Osteoarthritis is a common complaint in the hands and wrists of aging patients. While conservative management is the mainstay of initial treatment, various surgical interventions are available based on the location and severity of the arthritis. The patient’s functional goals should be considered when deciding among various treatment options.