This course provides a structured and practical approach to become an expert in thumb CMC total joint arthroplasty. It is designed for hand surgeons and upper-limb specialists seeking to refine surgical technique, decision-making, and procedural consistency.
Through high-quality, annotated operative videos and expert commentary, the course covers the complete surgical pathway—from patient selection and preoperative planning to implant positioning, soft-tissue management, postoperative rehabilitation, and management of failed or painful implants.
Emphasis is placed on technical nuances, avoidance of common pitfalls, and intra-operative problem solving that directly impact outcomes.
This educational activity is intended for qualified surgeons and is not a substitute for formal surgical training. Didactic instruction should be supplemented with hands-on practice using anatomical specimens and direct observation or mentorship under experienced surgeons.
Gain confidence in thumb
CMC total joint arthroplasty
Evidence-based surgical technique, step-by-step
Comprehensive tutorials detailing each step of the surgical technique, complemented by practical guidance, avoidance of common pitfalls, and a discussion of the available evidence.
How to use fluoroscopy
Correct use of radiographic imaging is essential to evaluate osteophyte removal and to guide implant placement during surgery.
Revision surgery
In-depth overview of surgical and postoperative complications, including diagnosis and treatment strategies.
Hi, I’m Joris Duerinckx
After completing my hand surgery fellowship at the C.M. Kleinert Institute in Louisville, USA, I began working as a hand and wrist surgeon in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at ZOL Hospital in Genk, Belgium. Alongside my clinical work, I am a professor of orthopedic surgery at Hasselt University. I also serve as a board member of the Belgian Hand Group and am a member of the European (FESSH) and American (ASSH) Societies for Hand Surgery.
Thumb CMC surgery has been a major focus of my career. I have published more than 70 peer-reviewed articles and several book chapters, and I completed my PhD in 2021 on thumb CMC total joint arthroplasty. Over the past 15 years, I have performed more than 1.000 thumb CMC implant procedures. This experience has led to international recognition, frequent invitations to speak at conferences, and active involvement in training surgeons.
I created this online course to share practical knowledge and help surgeons shorten the learning curve.
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6938-6023
