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The carpometacarpal joint of the thumb, also known as the first carpometacarpal joint, or the trapeziometacarpal joint (TMC) because it connects the trapezium to the first metacarpal bone, plays an irreplaceable role in the normal functioning of the thumb.
In each movement, the thumb plays an integral part. Without cooperation from this key digit, squeezing and gripping motions would be virtually impossible. Over time, though, even the thumb can reach its limits. The basal joint or carpometacarpal joint (CMC)âlocated at the base of the thumbâallows these crucial swiveling and pivoting motions. But because sophisticated movements depend on this joint, itâs susceptible to wear-and-tear from normal use. And when the CMC joint wears down, arthritis can develop and hinder even the easiest functions.