Arthrodesis Wrist Treatment in India

Vivaan Roy, a 58-year-old carpenter, had...

Vivaan Roy, a 58-year-old carpenter, had dedicated his life to his craft. For the past five years, he endured worsening pain and a visible deformity in his right wrist, the result of severe, long-standing osteoarthritis. The joint was bone-on-bone, causing constant aching that sharpened with any grip or twist, making it impossible to hold his tools steady. His orthopedic surgeon explained that the joint was too damaged for simpler fixes. He recommended a wrist arthrodesis (fusion) to eliminate the painful motion and provide a stable, pain-free platform. Vivaan was apprehensive about losing wrist movement but desperate for relief. The surgery went smoothly. The initial recovery in a cast was challenging, and he grieved the loss of dexterity. However, as he healed and began occupational therapy, the constant, grinding pain was gone. He learned to adapt his techniques, using his shoulder and elbow more. While he misses some movements, the trade-off for being able to work without agony has been life-changing. His emotional journey moved from fear of losing his livelihood to profound gratitude for regained function and the end of chronic pain.