Has anyone had surgery on the thumb joint that is up on your hand caused from arthritis.?? Mine is very painful and stays swollen a lot on both hands... I went to a Hand Orthoropedic Dr. today. He says mine needs surgery on both hands, but my right one is worse. Injections will only help for a little while, would not suggest it. He said he does a different procedure than other Drs.and he has had excellent result in over 700 procedures. Takes about 45 minutes, day surgery, splint for 6 weeks, can take off and on to bathe and etc. 40% usage in 3 months, total usage in 9 months. But will be great for the rest of my life. No therapy needed. I just want to be able to sew. So that's why I'm asking if anyone has had this procedure or anything like it. Thanks ... I'm scheduled for Aug. 30th and have to wait 3 months before doing the other hand. Need your prayers too...