You reach for your coffee mug in the morning and notice your fingers feel unusually stiff and achy. You shake your hands a bit, attribute it to sleeping in an odd position, and go about your day. But ...

Arthritis in your fingers often starts with subtle changes. At first, you might wake up with sore or stiff fingers, notice discomfort after using your fingers a lot, or experience changes in grip ...

Early joint or bone changes - stiffness, swelling or pain - can signal serious issues. Dr Sood shares warning signs so you can spot them before it's too late. Joint and bone issues often start subtly.

Paul G. Donohue, M.D. DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I am 56 and have just been told I have arthritis. Aren't I slightly young for arthritis? I saw the doctor because of tiny bumps that popped out on the top ...

Winter's chill often brings joint aches, a phenomenon linked to reduced blood flow and lower atmospheric pressure. Staying ...

Q: I am 56 and have just been told I have arthritis. Am I slightly young for arthritis? I saw the doctor because of tiny bumps that popped out on the knuckles of some of my fingers and because my ...

Winter cold can cause stiffness in the joints because low temperatures can reduce blood circulation to the extremities, causing muscles and surrounding tissues to tighten, leading to a feeling of ...

With 1.3 million Americans living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you probably know someone who has the condition. Specifically, you probably know a woman living with RA, given that we are up to three ...

The tiniest joints of the fingers can break down over time and, in some people, need to be replaced. The wear and tear can cause unbearable pain and stiffness. Dr. Ryan M. Zimmerman, a hand, shoulder ...

Cold weather can make your joints hurt and feel stiff, especially if you have conditions like arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis ...

A barber with stiff fingers is a barber without a job; so Barber William D. was desperate when his hands—particularly his overworked right hand—became crippled by arthritis. Last week William D., 52, ...