Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation in the joints and other parts of the body. It is a debilitating condition that can cause pain, stiffness, and loss of mobility in the affected joints.
At Saudi German Hospital, our team of rheumatologists and hand surgeons are dedicated to providing the highest level of care to individuals with RA.
It's important to consult with a qualified rheumatologist if you suspect you may have RA. They can provide a proper diagnosis and recommend the best course of treatment for your individual needs.
“Crocked fingers and wrist” have two major causes:
The popular term “rheumatism” is a collective term for a large number of systemic inflammatory (autoimmune) diseases that can also manifest themselves in the hand and wrist area.
Depending on the damage, the two basic hand functions are impaired to different degrees:
Disturbances in the thumb and / or finger area lead to a reduction in higher and a predominance of simpler grip forms. The swellings and axial deviations also lead to a significant change in the shape of the hand with clear aesthetic restrictions.
Rhumatoid Hand lesions of any kind need a full rhumatological work-up (→ Rheumatology). In principle, the systemic disease must be controlled as much as possible, For the local hand treatment, conservative (physiotherapy, occupational therapy) and surgical therapy are chosen on an individual basis.