: a large narrow-necked bottle usually enclosed in wickerwork. a large narrow-necked bottle usually enclosed in wickerwork.
Most people with reactive arthritis recover fully from the first flare of symptoms and can return to regular activities two to six months later. Some people will have long-term, mild arthritis. A few patients will have long-term, severe arthritis that is difficult to control with treatment and may cause joint damage.
The small joints of the fingers (PIP and DIP joints) are naturally very stable and rarely need surgery unless there is also a fracture (see bone injuries). If very sore or unstable immobilisation in a splint or plaster initially full time for up to 2 weeks and then on and off for about 4 weeks is usually enough. The larger finger joints (MP joints - at the junction of the fingers and palm) are naturally less stable so more dependent upon their ligament supports.