Arthritis of the hands - signs and treatment of joint inflammation

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Many athletes involved in fitness or crossfit pay great attention to working out all the muscle groups of their body, but often forget about exercises for the hands. Yes, the size of our wrists is essentially a genetic factor, but this does not make training them a pointless waste of time - there are many effective hand exercises that increase the strength of the wrists, grip and forearms. Today we will try to figure out how to pump up your wrists at home and what principles effective wrist training should be based on.

In this article we will consider the following aspects:

why do we need to train our wrists;
types of exercises;
typical beginner mistakes.

General information about the disease

Arthritis of the hands often develops against the background of high functional load on the joints of the hand and their injury. The hand consists of many small bones connected into joints: the wrist, carpometacarpal and metacarpophalangeal. There are many blood vessels and nerves in the hand area, so all pathological processes are painful. ICD-10 disease code (other unspecified arthritis) is M13.

Arthritis of the hands often develops during adolescence as growth occurs and is accompanied by severe deformities. No less often they develop in the second half of life due to hormonal disorders, against the background of sports, domestic and professional injuries. The disease can equally develop in people of any gender.

Causes

It is not always possible to find out why the disease begins. Very often, the cause of arthritis of the hands is acute and chronic injuries to the hand. Acute injuries are often complicated by acute aseptic (without infection) arthritis, ending in complete recovery. But if an infection occurs, the inflammation can be purulent.

With constant minor trauma to the hand, most often professional, a chronic inflammatory process slowly develops with subsequent dysfunction of the joints.

In childhood and adolescence, juvenile chronic arthritis (JCA) can develop, the origin of which most often cannot be determined. After a few years, it leads to the development of serious deformities of the upper limbs. Deformation of the hands is a characteristic symptom of rheumatoid arthritis - an inflammatory process in the joints, the cause of which is an autoimmune process - an allergy to the patient’s own tissues. Genetic predisposition is of great importance in this disease.

Sometimes the disease develops against the background of reactive arthritis after infections of the upper respiratory tract, genitourinary organs, or intestinal infections. The exact causes of such lesions are not known, but they are also often associated with genetic factors. Infectious arthritis of the hands develops with gonorrhea, syphilis and some other infections.

Read more about infectious arthritis in this article.

Metabolic disorders can also cause inflammation of the hand joints. Thus, with disturbances in purine metabolism, gout develops, in which uric acid crystals are deposited in the articular and periarticular tissues, causing inflammation.

Great importance is attached to predisposing factors (triggers) that increase the risk of developing hand arthritis. These include previous infections, hypothermia, high physical activity on the hands, constant intense fine work with the hand, sports activities, stress, bad habits, poor nutrition, and hormonal changes. Arthritis of the hand often develops in tennis players, pianists, guitarists, hairdressers and people in any other professions whose work involves constant stress on the hands.

Symptoms of hand arthritis

Symptoms of hand arthritis depend on the causes of the disease, its clinical form and the nature of its course. Arthritis can begin suddenly, acutely, with a disturbance in the general condition of the patient, or it can slowly and imperceptibly with gradual destruction of the joints.

First signs

Acute arthritis of the hand begins suddenly with pain, redness and swelling of the tissue. Body temperature may rise, chills, malaise, and headache may appear. This course usually forces you to immediately consult a doctor, so acute arthritis in most cases is completely cured.

The first symptoms of arthritis of the hands are pain, swelling and redness of the tissues.

In the chronic course, vague pain in the hand and wrist area first appears, then morning stiffness of the hands appears - a feeling of tight constricting gloves on the hands, which initially lasts no more than half an hour after sleep. Stiffness goes away after the start of movements. Joint pain is aching in nature; at the beginning of the disease, it appears and then disappears.

It is important to notice the first symptoms in time and immediately seek medical help!

Obvious symptoms

Gradually, the pain syndrome with arthritis of the hands increases, the aching pain becomes constant, swelling and redness appear (not always). The period of stiffness in the morning increases, the movement of the hand is impaired, first due to pain, and after a while due to dysfunction of the joint. When you squeeze the hand, a clicking sound appears, sometimes accompanied by increased pain.

Over time, the hand with arthritis of the hands becomes deformed and loses its functions. It may take on the appearance of flippers (in rheumatoid arthritis) or shorten due to the rapid ossification of growth plates in juvenile chronic arthritis. The small bones of the wrist grow together, ankylosis develops, and the hand stops bending.

Dangerous symptoms

Arthritis of the hands can become more complicated. Therefore, if the following symptoms appear, you should immediately consult a doctor:

acute onset of the disease with high fever lasting more than 5 days;
a sudden rise in high temperature against the background of already existing signs of arthritis, increased swelling and redness of the hand - a sign of possible purulent inflammation;
sharp pain, deformation of the hand and increasing swelling of the tissues are a sign of dislocation or subluxation of the hand.

Complications from improper infusion

When carrying out the procedure, it is necessary to strictly follow all the rules - placement technique and asepsis. An incorrectly placed IV carries the risk of complications, which include:

bruise or hematoma at the injection site;
vessel damage;
bumps under the skin due to the accumulation of the drug;
unintentional introduction of a small (infiltration) or significant (extravasation) amount of solution into surrounding tissues;
vein spasm;
inflammation of the vein with the formation of a blood clot;
tissue infection;
air embolism.

Complications also include allergic reactions to the drug. They can be minor (itching and rash in the area where the solution was administered) or severe - Quincke's edema and anaphylactic shock. In any case, the patient should be left under the supervision of a doctor - sometimes minor allergic reactions lead to serious consequences.

How dangerous is the disease?

The hand is the most active working organ of a person, therefore the main danger of arthritis of the hand is dysfunction, the formation of ankylosis (immobility) of the joints of the hand. Dysfunction develops gradually as the disease moves from one stage to another.

Stages

There are 4 stages of the disease, during which functional failure develops:

Initial.
The stage of inflammation, which cannot always be seen during instrumental examination. This is the beginning of inflammation of the synovial membrane. It thickens and begins to secrete an increased volume of inflammatory exudate. Externally, this is manifested by the appearance of transient pain and slight swelling.
Explicit.
Inflammatory phenomena intensify, the amount of exudate increases, the synovial membrane grows in the form of soft granulations - pannus, occupying a significant part of the joint cavity. Pain and swelling of the tissues increase and become constant.
Formation of soft ankylosis.
The loose tissue of the pannus becomes dense and connects the surfaces of the bone joints, forming their immobility. The flexion of the hand is impaired, and the pain continues to bother me.
Formation of bone ankylosis.
Instead of connective tissue, bone tissue grows and complete immobility of the joint develops with loss of function and disability. The inflammatory process in the joints continues, so pain and swelling remain.

Any form of arthritis has serious complications, so you should not delay treatment.
See how easily the disease can be cured in 10-12 sessions.

Possible complications

At different stages, the disease can cause different complications:

purulent inflammation involving periarticular tissues in the process; in the absence of adequate treatment, it can develop into sepsis;
subluxations and dislocations of the affected joints – are accompanied by pain and require emergency assistance;
shortening of the upper limb in juvenile chronic arthritis;
complete loss of limb function, disability.

Exacerbation of the disease - what to do?

In some clinical forms, the disease occurs in waves, with exacerbations and remissions. In case of severe exacerbation with severe pain, redness and swelling of tissues, you should:

take any pill from the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) - Diclofenac, Meloxicam, Nise, etc.; apply an external agent (gel, ointment) with the same agents to the skin, for example, Diclofenac ointment; Menovazin, an anesthetic solution for external use, is also suitable;
lie down in bed, give the hand an elevated position, placing a pillow under it;
call a doctor at home.

Why are IVs placed in the veins in the arms?

It is no coincidence that the veins in the arms are chosen for medical procedures, since they have the most suitable structure for this. On the upper limbs there are deep and superficial vessels. The latter lie close to the surface of the skin, making it easy to draw blood from them.

The pressure in them is only 5-10 mmHg (in the arteries in the arms it can be 139 mm), the venous wall contains a small number of muscle cells, is pliable and stretches well. In addition, the skin on the hands is much thinner than on the feet, so it can be pierced without causing severe pain to the person.

After a puncture, a small scar appears on the wall of the vein - the same as after damage to the skin in any other place. It can persist for a long time - months and even years. The integrity of damaged venous walls is never completely restored, but changes (if there are not too many of them) do not have a significant impact on the functioning of the body.

Features of the course of arthritis of the hands in different types of disease

Arthritis of the hand can be a manifestation of various diseases, so its symptoms, course and consequences will also be different.

Post-traumatic and purulent arthritis

The addition of a purulent infection can occur with any type of disease. Most often this happens after open injuries, but sometimes the infection enters the joints through the bloodstream from distant foci of infection. If the infection does not occur, the disease is acute and ends with complete recovery.

The onset of the purulent process is acute, with fever, headache, and malaise. The hand is very painful, it swells sharply, and the skin turns red. Movements are severely limited due to pain. When such symptoms appear, the patient requires surgical assistance.

Chronic post-traumatic arthritis of the hands develops with frequent minor injuries to the hand in people involved in certain sports (tennis players), musicians (pianists), hairdressers, etc. In the absence of help and continued injury, a permanent dysfunction of the joint occurs.

Rheumatoid arthritis

Damage to the small joints of the hands develops frequently. Characterized by symmetrical joint damage and a slowly progressive course. Initially, moderate transient pain and stiffness of movement appear in the morning, lasting no more than half an hour and passing through physical activity. Arthritis of the fingers also develops.

After some time, some swelling appears over the affected area, the pain becomes constant, night pain and severe morning stiffness bother you. The swelling may increase or decrease, but the pain does not go away. Redness of the hand is rare.

If you do not consult a doctor in a timely manner, then deformation of the hands gradually appears - they take on the shape of flippers and completely or partially lose their function.

Reactive arthritis

Develops two weeks after a genitourinary or intestinal infection, sometimes after sinusitis, otitis media or tonsillitis. More often, the pathological process involves the joints of the lower extremities, but sometimes also the upper ones, for example, the wrist joint.

The disease most often occurs acutely, with pain, redness and swelling of the tissue. The prognosis is favorable: with adequate treatment, complete recovery occurs. But sometimes the course is initially chronic, in which case, with a long course, the function of the joint may be impaired.

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Joint pain at rest

Infectious arthritis

Hand damage most often occurs with gonorrheal arthritis. The inflammatory process is acute, with pain, swelling and redness of tissues, an increase in general body temperature, and malaise. Goes away after treatment for gonorrheal infection. Chronic course is rare.

Juvenile chronic arthritis (JCA)

It occurs in childhood and adolescence and can be of multifactorial origin. It often occurs chronically, but there is also a subacute course. A feature of this type of hand arthritis is frequent damage to the joints of the hand and fingers, a long course and the formation of disability over the next seven years.

Deformation of the limbs (shortening) occurs due to the premature closure of bone growth zones.

Gouty arthritis

Metabolic disease - deposition of uric acid salts in articular and periarticular tissues. Inflammation of the small joints of the hands is rarely the only symptom of the disease; usually its appearance is combined with the development of arthritis of other joints, the thumb is especially often affected. During an attack of gout, the area over the affected joint swells, turns red, and the pain is very severe. With frequent repetition of inflammation in the same joint, joint function may be impaired: the hand stops bending.

Gouty arthritis

What do you need to know to develop punching power?

And we will start not with the fists, as one might expect, but with the feet, knees and hips. In other words, about the position of the lower body during an impact, because the speed and force of the impact directly depend on it.

Hips: rotate towards the opponent.
Knees: slightly bent, shifting body weight forward.
Feet: placed wider than shoulders, turned in the direction of the movement that the hand makes.
First the heel is raised, and only then the toe comes off.
When striking with the right hand, the left foot remains in place and vice versa.

We've sorted out the correct stance during impact, now let's talk about the upper body. What is worth remembering: you cannot reach forward, it is important to put the movement of your entire body into the punch. By the way, if you move your hand back far enough to swing, your opponent will have time to read the future trajectory of the strike and set up a block. The movement should be fast and sharp, the blow should be made while exhaling, and the fist should be clenched as tightly as possible.

Diagnostics

The diagnosis of arthritis of small joints of the hands is established on the basis of examination and questioning of the patient and is confirmed by laboratory and instrumental studies:

Laboratory tests
- reveal the content of components confirming the inflammatory process, the presence of infectious pathogens and antibodies to them, as well as rheumatoid factor.
Instrumental
:
radiography
- the presence of bone changes (narrowing of the joint space, bone ankylosis);
MRI
– presence of changes in soft articular and periarticular tissues;
arthroscopy
- endoscopic examination, allows you to see the inner lining of the joint and all changes in it; During diagnostic arthroscopy, you can take fluid or a piece of tissue for examination.

Treatment of hand arthritis

How and with what to treat arthritis of the hands, the doctor decides after examination and establishing a final diagnosis. Any treatment carried out without examination will not be effective, since different types of arthritis are treated differently. In any case, the patient is prescribed an individually selected comprehensive treatment. It includes:

drug therapy;
physiotherapeutic procedures;
Exercise therapy, massage;
reflexology (RT);
traditional methods of treatment.

If conservative therapy is ineffective, surgical treatment methods are prescribed.

Read our article “Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis in women.”

Drug therapy

For hand arthritis, the following medications are prescribed:

NSAID groups – relieve pain, inflammation and fever. The most effective NSAID drug is Diclofenac, but it causes irritation of the gastric mucosa, so today more modern drugs of this group are prescribed - Meloxicam, Celebrex, Nimesulide in the form of injections (injections), tablets or capsules for oral administration and external agents (ointments, creams, gels). ).
For severe swelling and pain that cannot be relieved with NSAIDs, glucocorticoid hormones are prescribed in the form of short courses of oral tablets, intravenous infusions or intra-articular injections. They perfectly eliminate all unpleasant symptoms.
In subacute and chronic cases, drugs that suppress immune processes (basic therapy) are prescribed: Methotrexate, Sulfasalazine, Azathioprine, etc.
Medicines from the group of biological agents that include antibodies and cytokines (MabThera) also suppress immune reactions.
If the cause of the disease is an infection, drugs are prescribed that suppress it.
Antihistamines to reduce allergies - Claritin, Erius, Cetrin, etc.
Chondroprotectors - agents that restore cartilage tissue of joints - Teraflex, Dona, etc.
Vitamins and minerals that restore metabolism.

Drug treatment for arthritis of the hands is carried out using drugs from the NSAID group, drugs that suppress immune processes, and other drugs.

Physiotherapeutic procedures

Depending on the stage of the disease, physiotherapeutic procedures are added to the drug treatment of arthritis of the hands, which significantly enhance the therapeutic effect and accelerate the process of tissue restoration:

at the stage of inflammation
- electrophoresis and phonophoresis with painkillers, anti-inflammatory drugs;
at the recovery stage
- magnetic therapy, laser therapy, thermal procedures (paraffin, ozokerite).

In a state of stable remission of arthritis of the hands, sanatorium-resort treatment is recommended - mud, baths in combination with hardware physiotherapeutic techniques. Kavminvod sanatoriums are perfect.

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Intra-articular injections of hyaluronic acid

Massage

These procedures are done in a state of remission. Both therapeutic massage performed by a massage therapist and self-massage are very effective. You can independently perform the following most effective, but at the same time gentle massage movements every day after applying massage oil to your hands:

rubbing the back surface: with sliding movements of one hand, rub the back surface of the other in the direction from the wrist to the fingertips; then change hands;
rubbing the side surfaces of the fingers: interlock your fingers and move your hands so that the side surfaces of the fingers are rubbed;
rubbing the palms: with the fingers of one hand, forcefully rub the palms of the other in the direction from the wrist to the fingers;
soft massage movement “hand washes hand”;
stroking hands with light sliding movements.

Daily massage improves blood circulation, helps revitalize metabolic processes and restore tissue.

Physiotherapy

Physical therapy (physical therapy) complexes are prescribed by a doctor. It is better to undergo the first training sessions under the supervision of a physical therapy instructor, and then continue at home. The following exercises will help improve your well-being:

rolling an apple or a tennis ball
- roll a medium-sized apple (to fit in the palm) or a tennis ball between the palms, actively pressing on the soft tissues; also actively roll the apple on the table;
rolling chestnuts between palms and fingers
- take 2-3 chestnuts at once and roll between palms and fingers, as well as on a smooth table surface;
clenching and unclenching a fist
- clench your palms into a fist and hold it tense, then sharply unclench it with all fingers straightened like a fan; repeat 10 times;
beating out the rhythm with your palm
- with open palms, beat out any clear rhythm on the table (march, rap, whatever you like);
flexion-extension
- place your elbows on the table, raise your forearms parallel to each other; make a simultaneous tilt of the hands forward, then back, right and left; repeat everything 5 times.

Therapeutic gymnastics helps improve blood circulation, restores the strength of muscles and ligaments, improves joint mobility, and prevents the destruction of cartilage. It is carried out in a state of remission.

Reflexology

Therapeutic exercises with a ball and reflexology will help cure arthritis of the hands

An ancient Chinese method, successfully integrated into modern medicine. It is based on a reflex effect on the entire body, as well as on individual organs and tissues through certain points on the human body. Most often, the effect is carried out using acupuncture (acupuncture), but you can also cauterize (warm up) the points with wormwood cigarettes, do acupressure and use other techniques. This method has proven itself in the treatment of hand arthritis.

Traditional methods

Folk remedies (herbal decoctions and tinctures) are also actively included in complex treatment as additional methods. But the doctor prescribes them ,

self-medication should be excluded. Traditional recipes:

compresses from dry elm bark; grind the raw materials, grind them into powder, dilute with water to a pasty state, transfer to a napkin and apply to the affected joints; Apply polyethylene and insulation on top and leave overnight; perfectly relieves pain and swelling;
ointment from dried poplar buds; crush the raw materials in a mortar, add the same amount of melted butter and rub into your hands several times a day; analgesic effect.

Surgery

In the acute period, surgical treatment is carried out for a purulent inflammatory process: the pus is removed, the joint cavity is washed with an antiseptic solution.

Surgery is sometimes required for long-term, wave-like arthritis with severe pain and swelling: part of the synovial membrane is removed (synovectomy). This gives a positive result and brings relief to the patient.

When a complete loss of joint function occurs, endoprosthetics is performed - replacing the destroyed joint with an artificial one.

Read about new treatments for rheumatoid arthritis in this article.

How can a teenager stretch his wrists?

Recommend that your teenager warm them up

The first thing to start pumping up your wrists is to warm them up. You can do it with various exercises without additional load. For example, a teenager can rotate his wrists. He can also bend them. And, as a result, stretch. By performing such exercises, a teenager will be able to ensure that his wrists gain mobility. It will also be able to prepare them for further strength training.

Encourage your teen to do push-ups and also pull-ups. With these two exercises he will be able to increase the size of his wrists. Also, a teenager can lift dumbbells. They will also help him strengthen his wrists.

Recommend wrist curls to your teen

Bicep curls are the perfect exercise for your wrists. With its help, a teenager can make this part of the body stronger. It will also give flexibility to your wrists.

You need to do the bends as follows:

The teenager needs to place his hand on the table. So that the palm is facing upward. The teenager's forearms should be placed on his feet during the exercise.
After this, the teenager needs to put some weight in his hand. And then begin to gradually lower it downwards. So that the wrist bends. A teenager needs to perform this exercise for at least five seconds. Then return the hand to the starting position.

It is recommended to perform at least two sets of this exercise. Each should have ten to fifteen repetitions. You need to do the exercise regularly.

Crunches

Crunches are useful because during them different muscle groups are active. This is achieved because the direction of movement changes. Crunches are ideal in cases where a person needs to recover from an injury.

Twisting is done as follows:

The teenager needs to take dumbbells. Then lower your hands. So that they are placed on the sides.
After this, the teenager needs to begin to straighten his arms. Around his wrists.
Dumbbells must be moved in different directions. After which the hands will need to be placed in their original position.

We recommend doing the exercises regularly. Two approaches. Each set should have ten to fifteen repetitions. No less and no more.

Reverse wrist stretch

This stretching will allow the teenager to get rid of discomfort in the muscles. Moreover, it will significantly reduce the risk of certain types of injuries. It is recommended that teenagers do reverse wrist stretches regularly. After every workout. To make it easier for his muscles to recover.

Reverse stretching should be done as follows:

The teenager needs to bend his arm at the wrist. So that the palm is directed inward.
Then, the teenager will need to use his second hand to apply a little pressure on the left one. In order for the bending to have a greater amplitude.
The hand should remain in this position for six to ten seconds.

Then you will need to do the same with the opposite hand.

Encourage your teen to stretch his wrists

It is recommended to stretch your wrists before absolutely every workout. Encourage your teen to add this exercise to their warm-up. It is especially important to perform it if the teenager does not have very strong wrists.

You need to stretch your muscles as follows:

The teenager needs to sit on the floor in the “On all fours” position. The fingers should be directed towards him.
After this, the teenager will need to smoothly move his body backwards. It is strictly not recommended to bend your arms at the elbows. There should be only slight tension in your wrists. The teenager needs to stay in this position for fifteen seconds.

It is recommended to do the exercise regularly. To make a teenager’s wrists strong.

Treatment approach in our clinic

At our clinic, specialists have developed a special approach to treating this disease. After a thorough examination of the patient (including an MRI), a comprehensive treatment is prescribed, which includes:

modern developments in medical science: the latest medications and regimens for their use, physiotherapeutic and other non-drug methods that eliminate the main manifestations of the disease and suppress its progression;
Traditional oriental methods influence the body as a whole, restoring the functioning of all its organs and systems, which leads to the suppression of the pathological process in the joints.

This combination allows you to quickly and painlessly relieve the patient of all unpleasant symptoms, and then suppress the progression of the disease and restore joint function. Details about the treatment methods used can be found on our website.

We combine proven techniques of the East and innovative methods of Western medicine.
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Causes of “bad” veins in the arms

Inconspicuous, thin or fragile veins are a serious problem for those who perform medical procedures. There can be several reasons for this phenomenon, ranging from natural causes to taking medications and frequent injections:

Features of the body. The pattern and location of the veins are individual for each person, therefore they are the same unique biometric characteristic as a fingerprint or iris pattern. Accordingly, “hidden” vessels may be a feature of the body.
Genetic predisposition. The strength of venous valves is genetically determined. According to statistics, if both parents suffer from varicose veins, the probability of their children inheriting it is about 80%. The same goes for fragile or thin veins - they are often a family problem.
Aging. Venous access worsens with age - this is due to a decrease in elastin and collagen content, as well as thinning of subcutaneous fat. The skin becomes thin, “papery”, and the veins become thin and fragile, which increases the risk of injury and bleeding.
Excess weight. In people with a high BMI (body mass index), the veins are hidden under fat. With obesity, it is difficult to perform not only intravenous injections and drips, but also some diagnostic procedures - ultrasound, MRI.
Frequent injections. Any injection represents an injury, and if there were too many of them, scars form in place of healthy tissue. The veins “hide” and harden, so it becomes more difficult to place an IV or give an injection.
Regular drug administration. In addition to frequent injuries, venous access in drug addicts deteriorates due to the administration of caustic, aggressive drugs. They literally burn the venous walls, making it extremely difficult for long-time drug addicts to carry out medical procedures.
Exposure to ultraviolet radiation. Ultraviolet rays can also destroy elastin and collagen, which is why venous access is often difficult in people who are frequently exposed to the sun.
Taking medications. Some drugs worsen the condition of the veins and increase the risk of complications during catheterization. Corticosteroids cause atrophy of the epidermis, and anticoagulants increase the risk of bleeding.

Poor venous access may be a transient phenomenon. If a person is stressed (for example, afraid of injections) or is cold, finding a vein to place an IV can be difficult.

General clinical recommendations

To prevent exacerbation of the pathological process and its progression, the following recommendations must be followed:

follow all doctor's orders;
conduct courses of anti-relapse treatment;
promptly treat all acute and chronic diseases;
avoid colds and hypothermia, especially of the hands;
do not lift heavy objects, do not engage in long-term painstaking activities involving the hands;
avoid prolonged stress;
get rid of bad habits.

Prevention

Prevention of arthritis of the hand is especially important for people with a family history (close relatives suffering from this pathology). To prevent the development of the disease, you need:

lead a healthy active lifestyle, eat right;
do not overload your hands with heavy physical work and long, tedious painstaking work;
do not smoke, do not abuse alcohol;
avoid hypothermia of hands;
promptly treat all diseases and hormonal disorders.

How to eat healthy

Only gout requires a special diet; it is imperative to adhere to its requirements. For other types of arthritis, a healthy diet is sufficient. Fatty meat and dairy products, fried, spicy, smoked, and canned foods should be excluded from the diet. It is necessary to limit sweets, baked goods, and sweet carbonated drinks. The diet should contain a lot of fresh vegetables, fruits, cereals, and low-fat animal products.

Frequently asked questions about the disease

I have arthritis in my hand since childhood. Will they take me into the army?

If the function of the joint is impaired, then no.

I had arthritis in my wrist after gonorrhea. Can it be completely cured?

Infectious arthritis can be completely cured if the correct treatment is prescribed in time.

What is the best way to smear your brushes so that they don’t hurt?

You need to consult your doctor. The best painkillers are Voltaren emulgel and Menovazin rubbing solution.

Arthritis of the hand joints is best treated in the early stages. But if you were unable to seek medical help in time, then do not be discouraged: everything can be treated.

At the Moscow Paramita clinic, arthritis of the hands is treated at any stage. Our patients forget about pain after the first acupuncture sessions. Further rehabilitation therapy takes place in comfortable conditions and is completely painless. We will restore your health!

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Shelepina T.A. Rehabilitation therapy in the complex treatment of JRA. Pediatric rheumatology. !995, 13 – 16.
Blokhin V.N. Trauma and reconstructive surgery of the hand. Orthopedist, traumatologist and Prosthetics, 1973, 6, 63-38.
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Themes

Arthritis, Joints, Pain, Treatment without surgery Date of publication: 11/17/2020 Date of update: 04/03/2021

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