Hand Osteoarthritis - Test Your Knowledge

Your hand hurts, and it's happening more often. It's getting harder for you to lift a cup, turn the ignition key, write out a check, use the computer keyboard, and pick up a penny -- among other things. Could it be hand osteoarthritis?

Early treatment of hand osteoarthritis is important to prevent irreversible joint damage and progression of the disease. It's important that you not ignore early symptoms so that treatment can help relieve pain and improve function. Do you know the basic facts about hand osteoarthritis? Take our quiz: Hand Osteoarthritis - Test Your Knowledge.

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