Bone Health and Anatomy: Joint Types & Strengthening

Building bone mass and maintaining joint range of motion is critical for skeletal health. Learn the names of major bones and treatments for stress fractures.

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What To Do When You Have Swollen Finger Joints

Each finger of the hand has three joints. If these joints become swollen it can cause discomfort. This swelling is an inflammation of the surrounding tissues and can be caused either by injury to the joint itself or, more commonly, by arthritis. Symptoms are pain, stiffness and loss of motion.

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