The tiniest joints of the fingers can break down over time and, in some people, need to be replaced. The wear and tear can cause unbearable pain and stiffness. Dr. Ryan M. Zimmerman, a hand, shoulder ...

A finger joint replacement involves removing a damaged or worn joint from the finger and putting in an artificial one. Also called an arthroplasty, this type of surgery is most commonly used in cases ...

As people age, the normal wear and tear on their joints — the area where two bones meet, such as the hip, knee, shoulder, finger, ankle and elbow — can lead to pain and extreme discomfort. This joint ...