Prognosis
The prognosis also depends on the trauma suffered. Thus, in the case of an uncomplicated fracture, the complete function of the finger joint can usually be restored. In the case of complicated fractures, for example if the cartilage in the joint is also affected or several ligaments are injured, the function may be impaired after the operation and healing process.
In principle, any operation on the hand can result in loss of function, but the risk of this is somewhat lower in the case of uncomplicated fractures. In rheumatoid arthritis, the pain can be relieved with medication and the progression of the disease can be slowed down, but it cannot be stopped or cured completely. Ultimately, there is a loss of function in the affected finger joints. In the case of osteoarthritis, the prognosis depends greatly on the severity of the disease. Ultimately, a stiffening at the expense of function, of course not reversible, can reduce the pain.
Prophylaxis
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