Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common joint disorder, is associated with an increasing
socioeconomic impact owing to the ageing population and mainly affects the diarthrodial …

Purpose To provide a systematic review of randomized controlled trials regarding the
conservative treatment of thumb base osteoarthritis (OA). Methods A systematic literature …

Since publication of the European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) recommendations
for management of hand osteoarthritis (OA) in 2007 new evidence has emerged. The aim …

To update the evidence on efficacy and safety of non-pharmacological, pharmacological
and surgical interventions for hand osteoarthritis (OA), a systematic literature review was …

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to conduct a current review of randomized controlled
trials regarding the effect of conservative interventions on pain and function in people with …

Objective To describe and evaluate the design and effects of splints and exercise programs
in hand osteoarthritis. Methods Controlled trials identified through systematic literature …

Hand therapists need to understand the basic science behind the therapy they carry out and
the current evidence to make the best treatment decisions. The purpose of this article was to …

The management of osteoarthritis (OA) is a clinical challenge due to the particular avascular,
dense, and occluded tissue structure. Despite numerous clinical reports and animal studies …

Background Assistive products are items which allow older people and people with
disabilities to be able to live a healthy, productive and dignified life. It has been estimated …

Objective The objective of this consensus is to update the recommendations for the
treatment of hand, hip, and knee osteoarthritis (OA) by agreeing on key propositions relating …