Evidence Based Intervention to Restore Dynamic Thumb Stability

Why is management of thumb pain such an enigma? Traditional conservative management is general hand strengthening and a splint or, in proper terminology, an orthosis. Is there more that can be done and is it evidence based? The answer is yes. Innovative and evidence based intervention techniques for conservative management of the thumb that have been shown to reduce pain and improve function are presented. Muscle re-education and specific muscle strengthening, along with joint mobilization and use of appropriate modalities, are discussed. This course will also include basic principles of joint protection and present several options for thumb saving devices and postures that are excellent to have in your clinic. A stable and pain-free thumb is the goal, which has been shown to be reliably achievable.