Could consistent inflammation in thumb with sharp, painful area be bone spur caused due to constant massage work?
Patient: I m having consistent inflammation in my thumb, which has been sorely overused due to years of doing deep tissue massage work. There s an area that is hard, fairly sharp, and painful from the knuckle to the corner of the thumbnail, on the lateral side. Is an x-ray the only means to determine whether this is a bone spur? Doctor: HiYes, x-ray can be helpful .hot fomentations and application of volini ,may help.if severe pain, motrin tabsConsult a orthopedic doctor