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Your finger joints sustain an incredible amount of pressure and movement. They’re built to sustain the stress, but only up to a point. As a result, repetitive use injuries and arthritis are ...
Medically reviewed by Jennifer Steinhoff, MD Finger sprains and dislocations are common hand injuries. A sprain happens when the tough tissue that supports a joint is stretched too far. This ...
Fingers are easily injured. Injuries may range from simple bruises or contusions to broken bones and dislocations of the joints.
WebMD investigates possible causes of joint pain and how to treat it, both at home and with medications under a doctor’s supervision.
On the March 24 episode of 'Today', host Jenna Bush Hager and her sister Barbara Bush joked about how this is the third time Jenna has broken a finger.
They do exist, but their fit and functionality is limited. Germany's Fraunhofer research group aims to change that, with artificial finger joints that are custom 3D-printed for each patient.
It’s handy to know what your iPhone is doing to your digits. Techies and smartphone users fear that their mobile devices, when pressing down on their pinky during normal phone use, are leaving a ...
Is it true that cracking your knuckles can lead to arthritis? Knuckle cracking, which stretches the finger joints, is common. People may do it for various reasons — to relieve stress or tension ...
A smashed finger can cause pain, swelling, stiffness, and bruising. Learn tips to find relief at home and when to see your doctor.
Do you have arthritis that affects your hands and fingers? Try these 11 exercises to can help improve strength, ease pain, and increase range of motion.
Injuries, repetitive strain, and arthritis can cause pain in the hands. Some pain may require medication, but some home remedies may ease the discomfort.