Medically reviewed by Stella Bard, MD Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic (long-term) condition that includes symptoms of ...

The base of the thumb—called the carpometacarpal joint, or CMC—is a common site for arthritis. Osteoarthritis (OA) can develop in the thumb. This condition gradually occurs from joint wear and ...

Arthritis is a broad category of joint and connective tissue disorders that impacts around one in five people in both Canada and the United States, according to the Arthritis Society ...

As people with hitchhiker’s thumb age, some may face increased risks of joint-related issues. The extra flexibility can sometimes contribute to earlier onset of arthritis or tendon problems ...

Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic (long-lasting) condition that combines the skin-related symptoms of psoriasis with the joint-related symptoms of arthritis. PsA is an autoimmune disease ...

If hitchhiker’s thumb is part of widespread hypermobility, it can increase chances of developing joint pain, arthritis, and tendon issues with age, says Dr. Dasgupta. “If it’s part of a ...