Inexpensive splints worn nightly can reduce the pain of hand osteoarthritis, a chronic ailment that affects a majority of older adults, a new study shows. "It's a well-tolerated, safe and cheap ...

Enschedem, the Netherlands - Silver ring splints (SRSs) (Silver Ring Splint Co, Charlottesville, VA) can improve manual dexterity in select patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) if patients begin to ...

Osteoarthritis in the thumb is the most common form of arthritis that affects the hands. Osteoarthritis results from the breakdown of joint cartilage and the underlying bone. It can affect the basal ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Inexpensive splints worn nightly can reduce the pain of hand osteoarthritis, a chronic ailment that affects a majority of older adults, a new study shows. "It's a ...

Hand splints to steady achy joints may ease the pain for people who suffer from degenerative arthritis, the most common joint disorder. That's the conclusion from a new review of the medical ...

Finger splints are classed as medical equipment people can wear to immobilize their injured fingers and aim to prevent further damage. There are various types of finger splints, each treating a ...

Early treatment can help relieve symptoms and protect joint function from arthritis in your fingers. Symptoms of finger arthritis often include stiffness, decreased grip strength, and swelling around ...