Swollen Fingers: Common Causes and Treatment Tips

Many issues can cause swelling in your fingers. Here’s how to relieve the puffiness and discomfort so you can feel better.
This helps reduce swelling while improving and maintaining range of motion in your fingers and hands.
The thumb is the main site of arthritis in the hand, and a lot of motion goes through it, says Dr. Reising.
This move provides general motion as well as a little strengthening. “I did this a lot when I was pregnant,” says Dr. Reising. “I liked to add a cool twist by using a cold washcloth.”

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