Finger Arthrosis

Arthrosis of the fingers As the name suggests, it affects the joints of the fingers of the hands due to the wear and tear of the cartilage that lines the joints over time.

Most common pathologies
on the Hand and Wrist

Symptoms

Pain, especially during movement; swelling; stiffness and decreased range of movement of the fingers. In a more progressive situation, the fingers may appear deformed, with the formation of bone nodules (called osteophytes) in the affected joints.

Risk Factors

Older age; Family history; Female gender; Professions or manual activities that require repeated hand movements; 

Protective Factors: Maintaining a Healthy Weight; Exercises to Strengthen Hand and Finger Muscles; Adequate Hand Protection in Sport or Manual Labour, such as Gloves; Ergonomic Position in Sport, Activity or Labour.

Protective Factors

Maintaining a healthy weight; Regular, low-impact exercise to strengthen the muscles around the joints; Healthy diet; Ensuring protection when carrying out activities that can overload the hands, such as writing for long periods of time, and regular breaks; other joint hygiene measures.

Treatment

Painkillers and anti-inflammatories can help reduce pain and/or swelling; Exercises to strengthen the hand muscles and maintain hand function; Orthoses to relieve pressure on the joints and protect them. In severe cases, medical assessment and even surgery may be necessary.

Information: All the information contained here is merely a summary for a general understanding of the pathologies, highlighting their definition, symptoms, risk factors, protective measures and treatment options.

Consulting a specialised health professional is essential for an accurate diagnosis and an effective treatment plan.

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