When attempting to determine the cause of recurring or ongoing joint pain, a few clues can help differentiate rheumatoid arthritis from the more common osteoarthritis. The former occurs when the ...
Two distinguishing features of long-standing RA are “swan neck” deformities and boutonniere deformities of the fingers (Figure 1). 3 Swan neck deformities develop with hyperextension of the PIP joint ...
Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD Key Takeaways Infection, injury, and arthritis are common causes of swollen finger joints.Rest, ice, and medications can often help reduce swelling and ...