How to treat swollen fingers in rheumatoid arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis patients with swollen fingers may be related to the condition is not controlled smoothly, through medication or physical therapy to alleviate the symptoms. 1. Drug therapy: rheumatoid arthritis patients with swollen fingers can take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs to relieve symptoms, common non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs include meloxicam, naproxen, etc., in addition to methotrexate, azathioprine, adalimumab, tofacitib and other drugs for anti-rheumatic treatment. 2. Physical therapy: hydrotherapy, ultrashort wave, magnetic therapy and infrared and other physical therapy methods can have a better effect on rheumatoid arthritis arthritis symptoms, but also massage muscles, joints, and to prevent muscle contracture and joint movement disorders. Drugs need to be used under the guidance of a physician, it is recommended that patients with rheumatoid arthritis to the rheumatology and immunology department of a regular hospital for detailed consultation, and follow the doctor’s instructions for standardized treatment.