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Does degenerative of the first carpometacarpal joint require surgery?
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What can you do if you have Degenerative changes in the first Carpometacarpal joint?
I have the same issue on both wrists and doctor is recommending joint replacement surgery. Medicines, therapy are all temporary band-aids and will not fix the problem.
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