Hard Bumps on the Finger Joints: What Could They Mean?

Have you ever noticed hard bumps developing on the finger joints, especially near the nails?

For older adults, these bumps are often associated with a common form of arthritis called osteoarthritis.

When the bumps appear on the joints closest to the fingertips, they are commonly known as Heberden’s nodes.

Although they may look concerning, they are usually not dangerous or contagious.

What Are Heberden’s Nodes?

Heberden’s nodes are hard, bony enlargements that develop around the joints closest to the fingertips.