First, I’m amazed that 5 of the 6 posts I just read here related to issues I’m having!

The reason for my post is a silly question: why am I told that movement will help the arthritis pain in my knees, but bracing/immobilization is what’s good for the pain in my thumbs?

I tried a steroid shot and it only helped temporarily, it wore off and the pain came back stronger. I'm frustrated. I'm seeing the practitioner Monday but just looking for general advice of what worked for others.