The use of the Artelon CMC Spacer for osteoarthritis of the basal joint of the thumb.

Introduction: Favorable clinical outcomes have been reported with the Artelon CMC Spacer, however, several studies have documented complications with the device.

Purpose Of The Study: The purpose of this study is to review a single surgeon's experience with the Artelon CMC Spacer for the treatment of basal joint arthritis of the thumb.

Methods: Five thumbs in 6 patients with symptomatic osteoarthritis of the thumb carpometacarpal (CMC) joint were treated with the Artelon CMC Spacer.