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Dx'd with oa in both cmc jts possibly from repetitive use. painful and interferes with activities. pcp advises ot. will that really help and how?
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Possibly: Oa of the cmc joint is genetically determined and not related to repetitive stress. While ot may help the ultimate option is surgery. You may want to discuss with a hand surgeon.
Answered 11/15/2013
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