Physical effects may include mild swelling or discomfort in fingers. While these symptoms don’t necessarily indicate serious ...

Getting an early diagnosis from a rheumatologist is crucial to setting up the right treatment for hand arthritis.

Dr Chris van Tullekan questions that piece of perennial parental advice: don’t crack your knuckles or you’ll get arthritis! One researcher, Dr Donald Unger, actually cracked the knuckles of ...

Medically reviewed by Anita C. Chandrasekaran, MD The classic signs of rheumatoid arthritis include pain, swelling, and stiffness of several joints. Persistent inflammation can lead to issues with ...