For minor pain, swelling and arthritis in the hand/fingers I really recommend you try Salonpas OTC patches.
The older version is less expensive, and has methyl salicylate in them and will take down pain very quickly. I've used them for years on my hands/feet, ankles, knees, and back.
http://www.salonpas.us/salonpas.php
They often work where other oral choices do less or nothing.
(You will not need the aspirin orally, when you use these).
These have a form of aspirin in them and work locally, and therefore affect bleeding less and have less side effects.
I use them so often, I buy in bulk at Costco!
There are several types, so make sure you get the ones with 6% methyl salicylate in them. They can be cut into strips and wrapped around fingers/toes. Once you open the envelope I find keeping them in a ziploc type baggie is best for storage.
They do smell like life savers, but that is a small price to pay for the relief they provide! (about $4.00 for a box of 40)
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