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Our hands are involved in almost every single action we take during the day, from making a cup of tea to typing and doing up buttons. When arthritis affects the intricate joints of the hand and wrist, it can make these everyday moments painful and frustrating. Arthritis is a general term for the inflammation, stiffness, and pain that occurs when the protective cartilage cushioning your joints wears away. Without this smooth barrier, bone rubs against bone, causing friction, s

If you are experiencing pain or discomfort in your thumb, you may be dealing with thumb arthritis. Thumb arthritis is a condition where the joints in the thumb become inflamed and painful, making it difficult to perform everyday tasks. Overview of thumb arthritis Thumb arthritis is a condition that causes pain, stiffness, and swelling in the base of the thumb. It occurs when the cartilage in the joint wears down, causing the bones to rub against each other. Thumb arthritis is

During the winter months, cold weather can negatively affect our hands – especially for those with pre-existing conditions such as arthritis. It is not entirely known why arthritis is affected by cold weather but there is a theory that because the cartilage is worn down in the joint, the nerves are more exposed to changes in barometric pressure, or that we generally move less when cold which results in joint stiffness. How can I relieve joint pain from arthritis? - Try to kee

Carpal tunnel syndrome is tingling, numbness and pain in your fingers and hand when pressure is on your nerve. What are the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome? - Tingling and numbness in the thumb, index and middle finger - Occasional thumb muscle wasting - Pain that is worse at night or wakes you from your sleep Arthritis is pain and inflammation in the joint. Osteoarthritis is generally a degenerative condition caused from wear and tear as we get older. What are the symptom

Osteoarthritis commonly affects the hands, knees and hips. It is a degenerative condition, meaning that as we age the cartilage that cushions the joints wears down over time. When it wears down, the bones rub together and cause pain and stiffness. Due to the degenerative nature of the condition it commonly affects older people. However, younger people can suffer from the condition if they are particularly active and have more significant wear and tear on their joints or have

Having a healthy balanced diet can help prevent inflammation and thus maintain healthy joints and reduce pain. Inflammation is your body's natural reaction to protect itself against bacteria, viruses and injury. It tends to go away within a few days but if it persists it may be a sign that something more is going on such as arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, dupuytren's diesease, fractures and injury for example. Anti-inflammatory foods Diet can play a huge role in reducing a

Finger and wrist joints can wear out in the same way as hip or a knee joints due to years of use. Arthritic joints can be very painful and stop you from doing everyday tasks. It is most common in the base of your thumb, the middle joint of the finger, or the top joint of the finger. Symptoms of osteoarthritis Depending on the severity of the osteoarthritis in your hands and wrists you may experience: - Pain - Difficulty with small tasks such as doing up buttons - Click and cr

Exercise is important to maintain a healthy balanced lifestyle. Not only will it help you maintain a healthy weight to ease the load on your joints and improve your cardiovascular health, it can help maintain bone strength and build the muscles around your joints. It can also help reduce the effects of stress and benefit your mental health and aid in a better nights sleep. There are many forms of exercise and you will find what you enjoy, however some activities can cause st

Whilst both arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome can cause pain in your hand and wrist, they are different conditions which may require different treatment. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition which usually presents when pressure is on a nerve in your wrist, whereas Arthritis is a progressive condition where the joint wears out. Carpal tunnel symptoms: Tingling and numbness in the thumb, index and middle fingerMuscle wastingPain that is worse at night or wakes your f

What are the symptoms? You may experience pain in your thumb which may become more painful over time and is interfering with your day to day activities such as opening a jar. The base of the thumb may also be painful when trying to meet your little finger. What tests will be needed? A simple x-ray should be sufficient, however if the picture isn’t clear sometimes ultrasound or MRI may be required. What treatment is available? Arthritis is a condition that can be better in sum

Arthritis is a common condition that causes pain and swelling (inflammation) in the joints. The trapezium is one of your wrist bones that lie at the base of your thumb. Arthritis in this joint is common and is a progressive condition that can lead to pain, stiffness and deformity of your thumb. Here Mr Shyamalan answers your questions on arthritis and how it may worsen in colder weather and what you can do to ease symptoms. How do I know if I have arthritis? If you have const