I’ve never had anything like this, touch wood, and I feel for you. As we get older these odd things pop up and it just seems unfair, specially when it all starts to hit early. Make sure you have support from your Doctor who could suggest support services to help, like physio etc.

My thumb hurts every so often. I try not to use it and use my other hand instead to give that thumb a break. Difficult, I know. Alternatively Panadol has Panadol osteo. That should help but it’s good to do a Telehealth with your bulk billing GP to check. If you get any tips, please let us know here!

Along with a GP, specialist advice, physiotherapy and an agreed care plan, it is also a very good idea to research and get a wealth information about osteoarthritis. There may even be organisations and online groups that provide information, resources and support. A local library or bookshop should have books on osteoarthritis.

I would suggest seeing a physio or similar as they will offer you the correct advice for your issue. A doctor might even be able to put you on a care plan depending on how long you have had this issue and that can help bring the cost of each appointment down.

It is always very important to have a qualified medical professional or team of different medical professionals manage and care for any medical conditions including strategies for care. A GP should be able to assist with a medical care plan and also refer to the best medical professional for specific conditions.

I agree with the other replies that a physiotherapist can be very helpful with thumb osteo arthritis as they can focus on improving the function of your thumb, pain relief, slowing the progress through exercises and informing and supporting you about it all. Also a good splint can be helpful and I’m sure a physiotherapist can guide you through the various options.

A good physio can be surprisingly helpful. Not only can they give you exercises, they can often recommend gadgets that might actually be helpful to you. Other than that, I’d follow medical advice and try to rest it as much as possible.

Oh no im sorry to hear. Have you been recommended any physio activities to do to help? When my wrist was strained and weak, i found wearing a wrist strap helped support it during that time. They sell those hand/wrist gloves at most pharmacies and chemists if that is something that could help you?