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What Causes Popping Of The Finger Joints?

I m having trouble with middle finger on both hands. It s not the knuckle joint but the joint just below the fingernail. They pop out of place and very painful. I have to move them back into position. Is this a common problem with arthritis? If so what type would it be?
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

You should try with nonsteroid painkillers such as ibuprofen or ketorolac first.

Strapping your affected finger or thumb to a plastic splint can ease your symptoms by stopping movement of your finger. If your finger is particularly stiff in the morning, it may help to use a splint overnight.

Corticosteroids are thought to work by reducing swelling of the tendon, allowing the tendon to move freely again. This can sometimes happen within a few days of having the injection, but it usually takes a few weeks.

Surgery is the last option and may be recommended if the above treatments don't work or are unsuitable. Wish you good health.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. Ivan R. Rommstein
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What Causes Popping Of The Finger Joints?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You should try with nonsteroid painkillers such as ibuprofen or ketorolac first. Strapping your affected finger or thumb to a plastic splint can ease your symptoms by stopping movement of your finger. If your finger is particularly stiff in the morning, it may help to use a splint overnight. Corticosteroids are thought to work by reducing swelling of the tendon, allowing the tendon to move freely again. This can sometimes happen within a few days of having the injection, but it usually takes a few weeks. Surgery is the last option and may be recommended if the above treatments don t work or are unsuitable. Wish you good health. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ivan R. Rommstein