The hand and wrist joints can often become inflamed.
In this case, you may also feel pain in your hand or wrist. There may also be swelling, stiffness and even redness. Such an inflammatory joint disease can later lead to reduced mobility and changes such as rheumatoid arthritis in the fingers, which can become curved.
Before we go into the details, you should know that an accurate diagnosis requires a specialist, so you should definitely see a doctor if you are experiencing any of the symptoms in this article.
Pain in the back of the hand and arthritis of the hand and wrist can be infectious and non-contagious.
The most common cause of non-communicable diseases is rheumatoid arthritis. In a disease called rheumatoid arthritis, a person’s immune system attacks and destroys their own tissues and cells. The limb may swell and feel hot, accompanied by severe pain and reduced function. If the problem is not treated, joint deformity can develop over time. This problem can severely limit the patient’s life, preventing them from carrying out everyday activities and eventually leading to permanent disability.
The swollen back of the hand can be caused by a number of things, such as allergies, inflammation, tension or trauma.
If you have swollen hands, the following can help:
Cold compresses: Cold can reduce swelling and relieve pain. Use an ice bag or wrap an ice-filled towel and place it on the swollen area. However, be careful not to put it directly on the skin, but cover it with a thin towel or cloth. A cold compress or ice pack can also help when treating strained hands.
Rest and elevation: rest and try to elevate your swollen hand above heart level. This can help normalize circulation and reduce swelling.
Painkillers: painkillers prescribed by your doctor can help relieve swelling and pain.
Unfortunately, the shoulder joint, elbow joint and rotator joint can also suffer from rheumatism as it can spread from the hand. The hand joint can also become inflamed. Arthritis of the hand or even the finger is very often due to rheumatoid arthritis.
In the most severe cases, part of the bones that make up the surfaces of the joint may disappear.
Inflammation causes the joint capsule to heal, the cartilage to die and eventually severe deformity can develop. There are several risk factors that can lead to rheumatoid arthritis. These include higher weight and obesity, injuries and overuse of the joints. Unfortunately, saddle joint inflammation is also very common. Saddle joint arthritis tends to be more common in women than in men.
It is most common after the age of 40 and after the menopause. The causes may be anatomical, hormonal or biomechanical. Older injuries such as fractures or dislocations can also predispose to its development. Infectious inflammation is always treated with medication to eliminate the specific cause of the disease.
Treatment for hand arthritis is usually aimed at relieving symptoms and reducing inflammation.
If you have arthritis in your hand or finger, the following may help.
Medication: medication prescribed by your doctor is the basis of your treatment for arthritis of the hand. These may be painkillers, anti-inflammatory drugs (e.g. non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), steroids (e.g. corticosteroids), or in more severe cases immunomodulatory drugs (e.g. methotrexate).
Physiotherapy: treatment of joint pain in the hand may often require physiotherapy. Physiotherapy or hand therapy can help strengthen the muscles of the hand, improve hand mobility and reduce pain and stiffness. This can include exercises led by a hand therapist, hand therapy, massage and hot or cold therapy.
Joint protectors: joint protectors are special agents that can help protect joints from further damage when used over the long term. They can be preparations containing glucosamine, chondroitin sulphate or hyaluronic acid.
Lifestyle changes: treating arthritis of the hand at home often starts with lifestyle changes, as maintaining a healthy lifestyle can also be important in the management of arthritis. For example, losing weight and eating a healthy diet, reducing stress and leading an active lifestyle that includes regular exercise can all help to improve joint health. A healthy lifestyle can also be a great help in treating finger joint inflammation.
Using aids: for people with arthritis, aids can also help to reduce the strain on the hand and protect the joints.
Herbs and supplements: some herbs and supplements can also be used to treat arthritis. Some herbal remedies and some herbal balms may also be used to treat rheumatoid arthritis.
Right hand middle finger pain can have several causes
Joint problems: arthritis or other joint disorders can cause pain in the fingers, including arthritis in the middle finger.
Tendon problems: Tendon problems such as tendonitis (tenosynovitis) or tendon rupture can also cause pain.
Trauma or injury: Accidents, bumps or other injuries can cause pain in the middle finger.
Nerve problems: compression or irritation of nerves can also cause pain. For example, carpal tunnel syndrome, where the nerve in the wrist area is compressed.
Rheumatic diseases: Rheumatoid arthritis or other autoimmune diseases can affect joints and tissues, which can cause pain.
Dupuytren’s contracture: This is a condition where the centre of the palm or fingers of the hand become stiff.
Strain or overuse: Excessive strain, such as repetitive movements or staying in one place for long periods of time, can also cause pain.
Circulatory problems: Circulatory problems can also cause pain and swelling.
