Carpometacarpal (CMC) joint arthroplasty is a surgery to treat severe arthritis in the ... followed by a splint for another four to six weeks. Gentle thumb movements may begin once your cast ...

There are several types available, including wrist splints, night braces ... is multi-purpose and effective for arthritis, carpal tunnel, basal thumb arthritis, tendonitis or tendinopathy ...

In addition, supportive hand assistive devices for arthritis such as braces or splints, especially those that support the thumb, may help for activities involving holding a grasp for long periods ...

We have discussed in the past some procedures for basilar joint arthritis of the thumb and we have discussed ... this immobilization is put in a soft splint at approximately six weeks.