Camptodactyly (MIM 114200) is a digit deformity characterised by permanent flexion contracture of fifth fingers at the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joints. The sporadic cases are common but a ...

A lump on the finger knuckle joint can happen for many reasons, ranging from an inflammatory condition to an infection. In rare cases, a bump or lump on the finger knuckle joint can be due to a tumor.

One day, Kathy, a 58-year-old accountant, found herself staring at her hands. The second joint (PIP or proximal interphalangeal joint) on her right index and four first joints (DIP or distal ...

"Pull my finger," a phrase embraced by school-aged kids and embarrassing uncles the world over, is now being used to settle a decades-long debate about what happens when you crack your knuckles.

Your knuckle-cracking habit might be an annoyance to those around you, but popping the joints in your fingers will not harm your health. The widespread notion that cracking your knuckles causes ...

Cracking the knuckles is a very common behaviour in people. Some people do it out of nervousness, while some enjoy the sensation. For some people, cracking their knuckles may provide them relief from ...

Throbbing, aching, or shooting pain in the knuckles can result from an injury or an underlying medical condition, such as arthritis or a cyst. The treatment for knuckle pain may depend on the ...