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

Samuel Ivan Bartlett*, Chad David Hulsopple

*Corresponding author for this work

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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.

Original languageEnglish
Article number1349
JournalClinical Journal of Sport Medicine
DOIs
StateAccepted/In press - 2025
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • botulinum toxin
  • carpometacarpal
  • incobotulinumtoxinA
  • osteoarthritis
  • thumb

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