Some other procedures that can be done for the treatment of pain in small joints include –
Steroid injections for joints
Wearing protective splints
Physical therapy exercises of the hand
Anti-inflammatory medication or oral medication
Arthrodesis surgery (In this surgery, bones are fused to eliminate motion between damaged joints, thus reducing pain)
Resection arthroplasty (In this surgery, bones and/or parts that are damaged due to arthritis are removed)
Surgery to repair joint-related injuries in ligaments or tendons