Innovative Botulinum Toxin Injection: A Promising Nonsurgical Solution for Carpometacarpal Osteoarthritis

Carpometacarpal joint (CMCJ) osteoarthritis (OA) is a common condition that can cause significant pain and functional limitations. Although mild-to-moderate CMCJ OA symptoms can be managed with conservative measures, effective nonsurgical options for patients with moderate-to-severe OA unresponsive to conservative measures are limited. This case report introduces a novel approach involving intra-articular incobotulinumtoxinA (BoNTA) injection for CMCJ OA, resulting in significant and prolonged pain relief and enhanced functionality. This groundbreaking intervention effectively bridges the gap between nonsurgical and surgical treatments, offering a promising alternative for individuals with CMCJ OA.

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Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine
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2025-03-18
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https://doi.org/10.1097/jsm.0000000000001349
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Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
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Innovative Botulinum Toxin Injection: A Promising Nonsurgical Solution for Carpometacarpal Osteoarthritis

Stephen T. Bartlett, Chad Hulsopple
Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
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Innovative Botulinum Toxin Injection: A Promising Nonsurgical Solution for Carpometacarpal Osteoarthritis

Stephen T. Bartlett, Chad Hulsopple
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Abstract

Carpometacarpal joint (CMCJ) osteoarthritis (OA) is a common condition that can cause significant pain and functional limitations. Although mild-to-moderate CMCJ OA symptoms can be managed with conservative measures, effective nonsurgical options for patients with moderate-to-severe OA unresponsive to conservative measures are limited. This case report introduces a novel approach involving intra-articular incobotulinumtoxinA (BoNTA) injection for CMCJ OA, resulting in significant and prolonged pain relief and enhanced functionality. This groundbreaking intervention effectively bridges the gap between nonsurgical and surgical treatments, offering a promising alternative for individuals with CMCJ OA.

Clinical Journal of Sport MedicineVol. 35(6)
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Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 92%
Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
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