When you stop to think about how much you use your hands, it's easy to see why the joints of the fingers are so important. Arthritis of the finger joints can result from many reasons, and arthritic finger joints can make it hard to do daily activities due to pain and deformity. Unbearable pain or progressive deformity from arthritis may signal the need for surgical treatment.
This guide will help you understand
• how arthritis of the finger joints develops
• how doctors diagnose the condition
• what treatment options are available
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