If you have symptoms of arthritis, it might feel daunting to start or maintain an exercise program. But with the right knowledge and equipment, regular exercise can reduce pain, improve joint function ...

The hands contain 27 bones and over 30 muscles, making them particularly vulnerable to arthritis pain and stiffness. When the cartilage between joints breaks down, the resulting inflammation creates ...

Gentle stretching exercises can help maintain flexibility and hand function in the early stages of Dupuytren’s contracture, though they typically don’t stop the condition from progressing. After ...

Finding it harder to open jars than you used to? Fingers feeling stiff or wrists getting weaker? Our hands are some of the most important and practical parts of our body, but when was the last time ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 69-year-old woman developing arthritis in my fingers, especially the middle joints. I do various finger bending and straightening exercises, and I rub my hands together ...

You can’t spot-reduce fat in your fingers. Thinner fingers usually come from overall weight loss or hand-strength exercises. Focus on nutrient-dense foods, limit excess sodium, stay hydrated, and ...