Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most common nerve complaint in the United States.1 It's often associated with overuse and repetitive work-related injuries (people miss an average of 27 work days from first symptoms to treatment) but health conditions including diabetes, obesity, and thyroid disease can be risk factors.2 So can age and gender.
Dupuytren's contracture is a disorder that affects the hand. This condition begins with nodules that form in the palm, which can grow into thick cords of tissue. As these cords continue to grow, fingers can be pulled into a bent position, causing a contracture—meaning they are stuck in that position and cannot be straightened out
Chronic pain and inflammation can really take a toll on your physical and mental health. Oral nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen (Motrin®, Advil®) can help reduce pain and inflammation. But they also carry certain risks for cardiovascular and kidney issues, stroke, bleeding and ulcers when you take them for extended periods of time. Fortunately, there are topical anti-inflammatory creams that offer the same amount of relief with significantly reduced risks.
Treating a deep cut on your finger may require medical help if there is damage to the skin, tendons, ligaments, or bone. Other minor injuries, like shallow paper cuts, can quickly be treated at home with basic first aid.
Finger pain has many possible causes. The most common are accidental injuries, overuse injuries, and arthritis. However, numerous hand-related and body-wide health conditions can lead to finger pain, including Dupuytren’s contracture, trigger finger, ganglion cysts, infections, autoimmune diseases, and peripheral neuropathy
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