Can osteoarthritis of the fingers be cured?

Finger osteoarthritis is not completely curable, but it can be prevented from worsening through early intervention and treatment. Finger osteoarthritis is an irreversible cartilage metabolism abnormality caused by inflammation, trauma and other factors, and the symptoms of finger osteoarthritis will gradually worsen with age. Treatment is based on relieving symptoms and preventing further development of the disease, with the following specific treatment modalities: 1. Physical therapy: hot water immersion, herbal fumigation, acupuncture, far-infrared physiotherapy and other measures are usually used to promote blood circulation and alleviate the pain caused by osteoarthritis of the fingers; 2. Pharmacological treatment: the application of dextrose under the guidance of the doctor can reduce damage to chondrocytes; acetaminophen, ibuprofen Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and analgesic drugs such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen, etc. can alleviate pain; anti-osteoporosis drugs can slow down bone proliferation; sodium hyaluronate has a lubricating effect, which can reduce the friction between joints and alleviate pain; 3. Surgery: when the above treatments fail to alleviate the symptoms, the pain can be alleviated through surgery such as joint fusion surgery, joint replacement surgery, and other surgical procedures to alleviate the pain and improve the mobility of the joints; 4. Preventive health care: Individuals should pay attention to Keep warm to avoid the bone and joints getting cold. Avoid weight-bearing activities and reduce labor. Active hand joint function exercises can restore hand function and prevent joint stiffness. Pay attention to monitoring the development of the disease, and consult a doctor when the joints become enlarged and the pain increases.