Patients with rheumatoid arthritis have swollen and painful fingers, usually when they are in the active phase of the disease. It is important to apply non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs early during this period to reduce swelling, analgesia and symptomatic treatment. Ibuprofen, fotarine, meloxicam or celecoxib can be used, all of which have the effect of controlling the acute inflammation of arthritis. Often a combination of disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs is also needed for co-treatment, including methotrexate, leflunomide, hydroxychloroquine, salazosulfapyridine, or elamod. Of course, small doses of glucocorticoids can also be used to control symptoms, and biologics can be used to improve and slow the progression of the disease. In addition, rheumatoid arthritis is a disease that cannot be cured, so lifelong treatment is often required and should never be reduced or stopped without authorization. It is important to adhere to effective treatment and to follow up regularly.