DIAGNOSIS – how can it be diagnosed? | Lifting nodules

DIAGNOSIS – how can it be diagnosed?

In the case of the Heberden nodules, one speaks of a classical gaze diagnosis. The diagnosis of Heberden’s nodules can be made solely on the basis of the appearance of the affected finger joints. However, whether or not there is actually a Heberden’s arthrosis must be verified with more detailed diagnostics.

The safest test is a pictorial representation of the joints. In most cases, an X-ray of the hand is sufficient to show the damage to the finger joints. In order to differentiate isolated lifted arthrosis from other forms of arthrosis such as polyarthritis, complaints in other joints should also be investigated. If necessary, these can also be shown by means of X-rays.

What is the THERAPY of the Heberden nodules?

It is often difficult to treat the lifted nodules yourself. Rather, the nodules are a symptom of arthrosis of the finger end joints, which is why the nodules can usually be reduced with treatment of the arthrosis. At first, one tries to treat the siphoning arthrosis conservatively.

Painkillers can be given to alleviate the symptoms. Cortisone is also used to treat osteoarthritis.This active ingredient reduces the inflammatory reaction of the body and can thus alleviate the inflammation-related complaints. To improve the function of the affected fingers, physiotherapy is usually prescribed in addition.

The targeted practice of certain movements relevant to everyday life can cause the body to better supply the worn joint cartilage with nutrients again. In this way, at least some of the signs of wear can be reversed or stopped. In the advanced stage of siphoning arthrosis, surgical stiffening of the affected joints is recommended. This does not improve the arthrosis, but prevents further wear and tear of the joints and usually improves the symptoms.

Can nutrition influence the nodules?

The lifted nodules usually occur in connection with lifted arthrosis. This is not primarily influenced by nutrition. Rather, the strain on the affected fingers plays a major role in the development of the disease.

In order to improve the symptoms through a targeted diet, one must think in a very large time frame. For example, unhealthy foods that contain a lot of sugar and fats favour the general development of inflammatory reactions in the body. Since siphoning arthrosis is a consequence of the inflammatory processes, it is advisable to eat healthy food with plenty of whole grain products, fruit and vegetables. Over the course of several months and years, such a diet can have a positive effect on the development or progression of the arthrosis.