Fracture of Trapezium Bone

Definition:
A break, especially the breaking of a bone or cartilage in the trapezium bone.
Symptoms:
  • Pain in the wrist near thumb
  • Swelling in the wrist near thumb
  • Loss of ROM in the wrist and thumb
  • Bruising
Causes:
  • Direct blow
  • Fall
Treatment:
  • Possible surgical intervention
  • Period of immobilization
  • Progress to ROM and stretching exercises
  • Hand intrinsic muscle strengthening
  • Upper extremity strengthening