Introduction A joint swelling on the finger is a painless or even painful increase in the circumference of one or more affected joints. Often a joint swelling on the finger is accompanied by a significant restriction of movement. The causes of swelling of a finger joint can be very different. In addition to injuries, infections … Joint swelling on the finger
Rheumatism A rheumatic disease can be a cause of joint swelling in the finger. An important indication for a rheumatic disease is the infestation of several joints. Rheumatoid arthritis often progresses insidiously and usually manifests itself first at small joints, such as the finger joints. The terminal joints of the fingers are not affected in … Rheumatism | Joint swelling on the finger
Capsule injury A capsule injury in the finger often occurs as a result of overstretching or forcible extension of the affected finger joint. In many cases, ball sports such as volleyball or handball are possible causes. The affected finger bends away and, in addition to the tear in the joint capsule, an injury to the … Capsule injury | Joint swelling on the finger
