How to Relieve Finger Joint Pain
Jan 15, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lin Yunfei
Introduction
1. Tenosynovitis: Physical therapy (e.g., acupuncture and tuina massage) may be performed, and anti-inflammatory and analgesic medications may be taken under a physician’s guidance.
2. Rheumatoid arthritis: Physical therapy—including local heat application using a warm towel and acupuncture—may be beneficial.
3. Gouty arthritis: Local heat application with a warm towel may improve local blood circulation.
Finger joint pain may be associated with tenosynovitis, rheumatoid arthritis, or gouty arthritis. Physical therapy and medications prescribed by a physician may both be effective treatment options. Below, we address the specific approaches to relieving finger joint pain.
How to Relieve Finger Joint Pain
1. Tenosynovitis
Tenosynovitis causes localized pain; in severe cases, patients may experience difficulty flexing or extending the affected fingers. Physical therapies such as acupuncture and massage may be beneficial. Additionally, under a physician’s guidance, anti-inflammatory and analgesic medications—such as aspirin tablets or nimesulide dispersible tablets—may be prescribed.
2. Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis commonly presents with finger pain and swelling. Physical treatments—including local heat application using a warm towel and acupuncture—can help alleviate symptoms. Under medical supervision, disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs), such as methotrexate tablets or leflunomide tablets, may also be prescribed.
3. Gouty Arthritis
Gouty arthritis typically manifests as redness, swelling, pain, and warmth in the finger joints. Local heat application with a warm towel can improve blood circulation. Furthermore, under a physician’s guidance, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)—such as aspirin tablets or sustained-release ibuprofen tablets—may be used.
The above outlines common strategies for relieving finger joint pain. We hope this information is helpful to you.
