3 Surgical Treatments for Severe Basal Joint Arthritis
When thumb arthritis becomes unbearable, surgery may be the next step, but not all procedures are the same. Here are three proven options — and how each restores comfort and function.
Dr. Gary Pess was interviewed by Kurt Harrington as a world expert on Minimally Invasive Treatments for Dupuytren Contracture, for his great Podcast, Hands of Change. Listen here.
Central Jersey Hand Surgery
Central Jersey Hand Surgery is the premiere orthopedic practice that provides comprehensive upper extremity care. They specialize in conditions of the hand, wrist, forearm and elbow. With state-of-the-art locations in Eatontown, Freehold, and Toms River, New Jersey, patients have a clinic nearby to receive the specialized care they need.
The team focuses on treating patients with conservative, non-surgical measures first. The team of board-certified physicians all has extensive training in modern conservative treatments, such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections. Sometimes surgery is necessary and all physicians are experts in advanced minimally invasive hand surgery and microsurgery.
Procedures they specialize in include endoscopic carpal tunnel surgery, percutaneous trigger finger release, needle aponeurotomy and Xiaflex for Dupuytren’s contracture, endoscopic cubital tunnel release, and small incision fixation of hand, wrist and elbow fractures. For patient convenience, Central Jersey Hand Surgery practitioners work in five hospitals and four modern surgery centers located throughout Central New Jersey.
Central Jersey Hand Surgery is dedicated to helping patients restore full function to their hands after arthritic deterioration, overuse issues, acute injuries, and other problems. They offer personalized hand rehabilitation and therapy services. Additionally, the compassionate orthopedic team always has a physician on-call 24/7 for emergencies.
The practice participates in over 100 insurance plans and can help patients with motor vehicle and workers’ compensation claims. Patients can feel confident that they’re getting the high-quality care they deserve at Central Jersey Hand Surgery.

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Central Jersey Hand Surgery has a Dupuytren's Center, also known as "The Northeast Center for Dupuytren's Contracture". Learn more about Dupuytren's Contracture here.


























We accept almost all insurance plans plus workers compensation and motor vehicle / PIP. Please call the office for more information.
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