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  2. Heberden's node - Wikipedia

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    Heberden's nodes are hard or bony swellings that can develop in the distal interphalangeal joints (DIP) (the joints closest to the end of the fingers and toes). [1] They are a sign of osteoarthritis and are caused by formation of osteophytes (calcific spurs) of the articular (joint) cartilage in response to repeated trauma at the joint.

  3. Joint cracking - Wikipedia

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    Joint cracking is the manipulation of joints to produce a sound and related "popping" sensation. It is sometimes performed by physical therapists, chiropractors, and osteopaths [1] pursuing a variety of outcomes. The cracking of joints, especially knuckles, was long believed to lead to arthritis and other joint problems.

  4. Rheumatoid nodule - Wikipedia

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    The rheumatoid nodule is the most common cutaneous manifestation of rheumatoid arthritis. [7] Rheumatoid arthritis involves chronic inflammation of synovial membranes, which leads to degradation of articular cartilage and the juxta-articular bone. Inflammation is caused by T cells, B cells, and monocytes when endothelial cells are activated.

  5. True or false: Cracking your knuckles causes arthritis - AOL

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    By DR. KAREN LATIMER My ten-year-old has this very annoying habit of cracking her joints – all of them – knuckles, back, wrists, ankles. If it can bend, she can crack it. The sound ...

  6. Rheumatoid arthritis - Wikipedia

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    Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a long-term autoimmune disorder that primarily affects joints. [1] It typically results in warm, swollen, and painful joints. [1] Pain and stiffness often worsen following rest. [1] Most commonly, the wrist and hands are involved, with the same joints typically involved on both sides of the body. [1]

  7. Arthritis - Wikipedia

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    Arthritis is a general medical term used to describe a disorder that affects joints. [2] Symptoms generally include joint pain and stiffness. [2] Other symptoms may include redness, warmth, swelling, and decreased range of motion of the affected joints.