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Arthritis is a debilitating condition that affects the joints, causing pain and stiffness. It can significantly affect the hands, making everyday tasks difficult. The term “arthritis” covers more than 100 different types of joint diseases and conditions, each with its own symptoms and progression. Hand arthritis is inflammation of the joints of the hand or …
Your hands can be easily affected by joint problems, especially arthritis. When it comes to hand arthritis, the fingers and thumbs are often the first to complain with dull pain, morning stiffness, or a feeling of weakness when gripping. Understanding the structure of the joints in the fingers, correctly identifying the types of arthritis and …
Fingers and thumbs are small parts but play an extremely important role in all daily activities. From holding, writing to using the phone or typing on the keyboard, all affect the joints of the fingers and thumbs. Because they have to work continuously and flexibly, the joints in this area are susceptible to injury, especially …
Osteoarthritis (OA) is an inflammatory arthritis that affects the entire joint, including the bones, cartilage, ligaments, and muscles. Although this form of arthritis can affect other areas of the body, it is most common in the fingers and hands. In osteoarthritis, the base joint of the thumb is often affected, which can make it difficult …
Occasional joint pain is not unusual, especially if you are active and participate in strenuous activities such as running. This unwanted pain can be caused by injuries to the muscles, tendons and ligaments around the joints, or by tendonitis, sprains or strains. But if you start to feel aches, pains and stiffness in your joints …
The hand is one of the most important tools of human labor and communication. The hand can gradually become stiff, painful and lose its inherent flexibility when attacked by arthritis. Arthritis in the hands and fingers is a common condition, especially in middle-aged and elderly people. However, not everyone can easily recognize the early signs …
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune condition in which the immune system attacks joint tissue, causing pain, swelling, and stiffness. Symptoms can appear in any joint, but are most common in the hands and fingers. Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis in Hands When RA affects your hands, you may experience: What are the best exercises for …
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune inflammatory disease that affects the joints over time and can reduce quality of life if not properly managed. In addition to adhering to treatment, patients need to avoid some common mistakes that can make the condition worse. What mistakes are often made by people with rheumatoid arthritis? Managing …
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the joints and causes long-term inflammation. Even with stable treatment, RA can suddenly get worse due to many factors. Many patients feel worried when symptoms suddenly flare up: pain, swelling, morning stiffness, and general fatigue. Recognizing risk factors early and adjusting promptly will help you …
Arthritis in the fingers is a condition that causes inflammation, pain, swelling and stiffness in the small joints of the hands, hindering daily activities such as holding, writing, opening jars or even as simple as buttoning a shirt. Many people think that the disease only occurs in old age. However, in reality, arthritis in the …
