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Try not to think of it as a “shame” to have arthritic hands… I got arthritis in my left leg at 26, it happens, and we are all different! Take your time, try not to get frustrated and know that you are not alone! https://www.arthritis.org/ is a nice resource for us. There are so many subtle things you can do, aside from pills, to help with the pain. I was on about 19 pills a day when I finally had enough; it is hard work and some days seems impossible, but reducing that dependence early was important for me as I could see it becoming a problem. I too just recently joined to talk more about my own issues and help others where I could.
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If it is remotely possible you were bitten by a tick, you should look into Lyme Disease as well. The documentary “Under our Skin” has me second guessing the many diagnosis results I have been offered for 10 years… I have had countless bad doctors (one told me tylenol when it turned out I had 6 herniations) and still no answers. But I will share with you my next step in seeking out lyme analysis.
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I have found relief going to a chiropractor. I specifically looked for one who used ART and Graston techniques… These are not as jarring treatments as the snapping treatments you think of in chiro. Be careful with it, listen to your body and communicate with your doctor. Let them know everything about the injury so they can approach in the safest way. In addition to chiro, you will want to do some strength and stretching work per their instructions to get the full benefits. You didn’t mention ice, I like to mix up ice/heat as ice helps reduce swelling where heat relaxes the muscles.
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