There’s a Facebook page devoted to this ( I can’t remember its name, I’ll try to look it up). Both of my thumb joints have got arthritis, one far worse than the other but I seem to be able to manage it by wearing gloves, doing exercises and using various gels.
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Sorry, SallyWally, but I can't help with this but I am curious to learn more.......hence I've bumped this in the hope of getting more information.......for us both. Good luck. 
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