If gripping a coffee mug, turning a doorknob or buttoning a shirt has become painful, you may be experiencing thumb or hand osteoarthritis. This common condition affects millions of people and can make everyday tasks increasingly difficult. At the Orange County Interventional Radiology Center in Irvine, Mission Viejo and Lake Forest, CA, we help patients find lasting relief from arthritis-related pain with minimally invasive treatment options.
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Thumb & Hand Osteoarthritis
What Is Thumb & Hand Osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis occurs when the protective cartilage that cushions your joints wears down over time, causing bones to rub against each other. In the hand, osteoarthritis most commonly affects the base of the thumb (the carpometacarpal joint), as well as the finger joints closest to the fingernails and the middle knuckles. Thumb base osteoarthritis affects up to 33% of adults in their 50s and 60s, with women nearly twice as likely to develop the condition as men.
Thumb & Hand Osteoarthritis Symptoms
- Pain at the base of the thumb that worsens with activity
- Trouble gripping, pinching or grasping
- Difficulty with buttoning shirts, writing, using tools, etc.
- An enlarged, bony bump at the base of the thumb
- Stiffness in the affected joints, especially in the morning
- A grinding, gritty sensation when moving the thumb or fingers
How We Treat Thumb & Hand Osteoarthritis
When conservative treatments like splinting, anti-inflammatory medications or steroid injections no longer provide effective relief, interventional radiology may offer an alternative. Our team can evaluate your condition and discuss whether minimally invasive options, including emerging embolization techniques, can help reduce pain and restore function in the thumb and hand.
Why Choose OCIR
At the Orange County Interventional Radiology Center, our board-certified specialists use advanced imaging technology to deliver precise, minimally invasive treatments for joint pain. We take the time to understand your symptoms and discuss all available options, from conservative approaches to innovative techniques that can provide relief without surgery. If hand or thumb arthritis is affecting your quality of life, schedule your consultation to find out how we can help.
Our Locations
Three Locations, One Commitment: Your Care
Lake Forest
29300 Portola Parkway, Suite B
Lake Forest, CA 92630
Toll Free: (800) 267-5677
Hours of Operation
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Mission Viejo
26921 Crown Valley Parkway, #120
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Toll Free: (800) 267-5677
Hours of Operation
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Irvine
18102 Sky Park Circle South, Suite D
Irvine, CA 92614
Toll Free: (800) 267-5677
Hours of Operation
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed