Gentle hand exercises can help alleviate pain and stiffness caused by osteoarthritis by maintaining joint flexibility and improving range of motion. Simple exercises, like making a fist, finger bends, ...

A regular exercise routine is an important part of any arthritis treatment plan. Exercises for arthritis can improve overall function and relieve symptoms such as pain, discomfort, and stiffness.

The hands contain 27 bones and over 30 muscles, making them particularly vulnerable to arthritis pain and stiffness. When the cartilage between joints breaks down, the resulting inflammation creates ...

A single, multidisciplinary session of an individual intervention combining detailed information on functioning, activities of daily living, physical activity, nutrition, assistive devices, ...

Q: I have osteoarthritis of my hands. Are any treatments particularly effective for this condition? A: Osteoarthritis causes stiffness and pain in the joints. It develops when cartilage – the tissue ...

The panel recommends a combination of educational, behavioral, psychosocial, and physical interventions, in addition to topical, oral, and intraarticular medications, as indicated throughout the ...

ATLANTA — Exercise is the one nonpharmacological intervention for which there is a strong recommendation in hip, knee, and hand osteoarthritis, according to a guideline update presented at ACR/ARP ...

Hand exercises can be helpful for people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). They can increase flexibility, range of motion, dexterity, and grip strength. And some research suggests they can improve hand ...

Carpal tunnel syndrome causes uncomfortable tingling, numbing, and weakness in the wrists and hands. Too much compression of the median nerve in the wrists causes this syndrome. Carpal tunnel syndrome ...