The tiniest joints of the fingers can break down over time and, in some people, need to be replaced. The wear and tear can cause unbearable pain and stiffness. Dr. Ryan M. Zimmerman, a hand, shoulder ...

Arthritis is a common cause of finger swelling. However, other conditions — such as injuries, preeclampsia, and trauma — may also lead to a swollen finger joint. Finger swelling can happen when ...

Remember that your finger joints can get hurt if used too much or due to arthritis. If your finger joints hurt or you can't move them, see a healthcare provider to prevent more damage. You can help ...

Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MDMedically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD Swollen finger joints are frequently the result of inflammation caused by an infection, injury, or disease. The swelling ...

Liposuction typically is used to flatten your stomach or shape up your booty, but a new study argues that it could also help people suffering from arthritis of the fingers. Injections of body fat into ...

Early joint or bone changes - stiffness, swelling or pain - can signal serious issues. Dr Sood shares warning signs so you can spot them before it's too late. Joint and bone issues often start subtly.

Arthritis is a disorder that affects areas in which two bones join together, like joints, which causes pain, stiffness, and swelling. This leads to limited movement and pain for many. By learning ...

Swan neck deformity (SND) affects your fingers. It occurs when multiple joints in your fingers bend in unusual positions because of a health condition or injury. SND can cause pain, as well as limited ...

Psoriatic arthritis happens when your body’s immune system causes inflammation of your joints and surrounding structures that connect to your bones. About a third of people who have the skin condition ...

What Are Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis? Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and osteoarthritis (OA) are common types of arthritis. Both cause pain and joint damage, but they’re different diseases. RA ...

Unfortunately, volleyball isn’t always fun and games, and injuries do happen. Some of the most common volleyball injuries include rotator cuff tendonitis, ankle sprains, patellar tendonitis and finger ...