Splint Ring Finger Arthritis
Arthritis affects the movements you rely on for everyday activities. Arthritis is usually
There are over 100 kinds of arthritis that can affect many different areas of the body. In addition to the joints, some forms of...
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Wrist splints for Arthritis: JIA, Kids and Splints
In my last post, I wrote about the benefits and drawbacks of wearing splints and tried to give some suggestions for complying with a... Read more »
Wrist splints pros and cons; and ideas to make wearing any splint...
The wrist is one of the most common joints to be affected by rheumatoid arthritis. In fact, about 75% of people with RA have arthritis in... Read more »
RA and Wedding Rings: Drug Treatment and Fluctuating Finger Sizes
Recent months have been crazy busy! With the wedding (yes, my wedding) in only three weeks, it seems like my to-do list keeps growing at... Read more »
Joint Replacement Surgery in Rheumatoid Arthritis: Fingers, Hands,...
In short, rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory disease which attacks joints in the body. It can affect the alignment and positioning... Read more »
Adapting to Life with Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Silver ring splints may ease RA
British researchers have found that a kind of finger splint made from silver rings may help prevent deformities in the fingers of people who suffer... Read more »
Finger length may point to arthritis risk
If you're a woman whose index finger is shorter than your ring finger, you may be at greater risk for developing osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee,... Read more »
How to make a splint
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Splint - instructionsFirst Aid1. Care for all wounds first before applying a splint. 2. An injured body part should usually be splinted in the... Read more »
Thumb splints at night may reduce OA pain
Researchers have found that wearing thumb splints at night may help ease osteoarthritis (OA) pain over time. In the study, investigators found that... Read more »
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Article updated and reviewed by Ariel D. Teitel, MD, MBA, Chief, Division of Rheumatology, St. Vincent’s Hospital, Manhattan. Editorial review... Read more »
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Six Tips for Exercising with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Use Ice Before Exercising Cold can decrease pain and swelling and reduce muscle spasms. It blocks the release of histamine which decreases the feeling of pain. Cold packs, ice massage, and cold baths can help. Suit Up Use splints or braces...
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