This thesis describes research done in the field of hand osteoarthritis, and had the following three aims:1) To evaluate the current state of treatment options in hand osteoarthritis;2) To... Show moreThis thesis describes research done in the field of hand osteoarthritis, and had the following three aims:1) To evaluate the current state of treatment options in hand osteoarthritis;2) To investigate the role of inflammation as a treatment target in hand osteoarthritis; and3) To facilitate development of new treatment options by improving outcome measurement in hand osteoarthritis. Show less
