Arthritis Hand Photo Gallery

Arthritis can result in joint deformity. Hand deformity is one of the known characteristics associated with rheumatoid arthritis. Hand damage and deformity caused by arthritis can include nodules, swelling, stiffness, ulnar drift, contractures, and other problems. Does hand deformity occur early in the course of the disease for everyone? Can anything be done to prevent the visible damage to the hands, fingers, and wrists? Can anything be done to improve grip strength and manual dexterity?