Will gel plasters help?
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Will gel plasters help?
On behalf of our guest visitor, Sue:
Will gel plasters help arthritis in the thumb joints?
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Re: Will gel plasters help?
Hi Sue,
Some people find finger or wrist splinting can offer support and ease pain on bad days. I suppose it might be worth considering the gel option (if it's inexpensive), but best of all would be to get some medical advice about your hands. The first referral after the GP would generally be to a physiotherapist to evaluate the problem and teach you strengthening exercises.
Even with small joints your overall arthritis self-management has a role to play. Overweight can fuel small joint arthritis as well as in bigger weight bearing joints. And if your supporting muscles are in good condition they will be able to protect your painful joints - so doing gentle hand exercises is recommended.
https://www.arthritiscare.org.uk/managing-arthritis
I hope that's helpful.
Guy
Arthritis Care Helpline
0808 800 4050 10am - 4pm weekdays
Some people find finger or wrist splinting can offer support and ease pain on bad days. I suppose it might be worth considering the gel option (if it's inexpensive), but best of all would be to get some medical advice about your hands. The first referral after the GP would generally be to a physiotherapist to evaluate the problem and teach you strengthening exercises.
Even with small joints your overall arthritis self-management has a role to play. Overweight can fuel small joint arthritis as well as in bigger weight bearing joints. And if your supporting muscles are in good condition they will be able to protect your painful joints - so doing gentle hand exercises is recommended.
https://www.arthritiscare.org.uk/managing-arthritis
I hope that's helpful.
Guy
Arthritis Care Helpline
0808 800 4050 10am - 4pm weekdays
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