Question 1

can arthritis cause trigger finger in multiple fingers? if yes, will the trigger finger subside once the arthritis is under control?

Accepted Answer

Potentially: Trigger finger is caused when inflammation if the flexor tendon causes a nodular enlargement  of the tendon; and that nodule then catches on the entrance to the flexor tendon sheath.  It is not directly caused by arthritis, but sometimes the same underlying cause of the arthritis can also lead to a trigger finger.

Question 2

can psoriatic arthritis cause trigger finger?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Tendinitis causing a trigger finger can be a component of psoriatic arthritis.

Question 3

can an x-ray show if u have trigger finger and/or arthritis? i really need a test done to satisfy myself before surgery is done.

Accepted Answer

No: It may reveal arthritis but will not help diagnose a trigger finger.

Question 4

1finger is swollen,hard to bend down.easy to straighten.trigger finger? neg test for arthritis. worse late nite or early morn.docs mixed opinions.

Accepted Answer

Need more info: If you can flex it, it is not a trigger finger, which usually are not swollen.  If itchy or tingly but has little tenderness, and has been present days, not weeks, and swelled up within day, it likely is non-hereditary angioedema, which may be triggered by something you have become sensitized to. Relief is quick with an oral steroid like prednisone, and a strong antihistamine like Benadryl.

Question 5

said to have trigger finger. not convinced. finger joint get stuck then painful pop, then fine again. swells at night only. neg test arthritis. ideas?

Accepted Answer

Trigger finger: You have just described trigger finger. The treatment is physical therapy, followed by steroid injection, followed by surgery. There is an alternative treatment with a chemical however not everyone is doing it and it is not FDA approved for trigger finger. Some surgeons do attempt trigger finger release is in their Office, depending on experience and skill this may have unpredictable results.

Question 6

been to many docs already. how can i tell before i have surgery if i have trigger finger or just arthritis in 1 single finger joint. shot helped much!

Accepted Answer

Exam: A physical exam alone can usually detect the difference between a trigger finger and an arthritic joint, although it should be noted that some patients may have both.

Question 7

third finger of left hand is a "trigger" finger when arthritis acts up. now i'm having weakness in hand. could it be related to a receshoulder injury?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Trigger fingers are common problems for many people. If this continues all of the time, you can get an injection that will take care of the problem and rarely a small surgery. The weakness is likely a result of the arthritis or carpal tunnel or cubital tunnel syndrome. I recommend you see a hand surgeon to have an evaluation and get some of these issues addressed.

Question 8

shoe inserts as teen , joint ft. surgery@26 @36 immobilizing pins in between cortisone shots. carpal tunnel on both, trigger finger, enlarged distal joints on some fingers.arthritis? what kind?

Accepted Answer

Unrelated problems.: You have mentioned a number of what sounds like unrelated problems. You would need to have a  physician get a full history and a good exam to determine if any connection may actually exist. Certainly not enough information presented to suggest an arthritis.

Question 9

is there any help for trigger finger?

Accepted Answer

Trigger finger: Can improve on its own, or with anti inflamm stories or an injection of cortisone and finally surgical release is usually very straightforward.

Question 10

what are the tests for trigger finger?

Accepted Answer

Physical examination: Trigger finger is caused when the space between the flexor tendon and the tendon sheath (tunnel) becomes tight.  It becomes difficult to bend the finger and it may become stuck, either in flexion (bent) or extension (straight).  This can be seen on physical exam.  Typically the hand is tender over the horizontal crease in the hand.  This is more common in diabetics.

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Can arthritis cause trigger finger in multiple fingers? if yes, will the trigger finger subside once the arthritis is under control?

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Can psoriatic arthritis cause trigger finger?

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Can an x-ray show if u have trigger finger and/or arthritis? i really need a test done to satisfy myself before surgery is done.

A member asked:

1finger is swollen,hard to bend down.easy to straighten.trigger finger? neg test for arthritis. worse late nite or early morn.docs mixed opinions.

A member asked:

Said to have trigger finger. not convinced. finger joint get stuck then painful pop, then fine again. swells at night only. neg test arthritis. ideas?

A member asked:

Been to many docs already. how can i tell before i have surgery if i have trigger finger or just arthritis in 1 single finger joint. shot helped much!

A member asked:

Third finger of left hand is a "trigger" finger when arthritis acts up. now i'm having weakness in hand. could it be related to a receshoulder injury?

A member asked:

Shoe inserts as teen , joint ft. surgery@26 @36 immobilizing pins in between cortisone shots. carpal tunnel on both, trigger finger, enlarged distal joints on some fingers.arthritis? what kind?

A member asked:

Is there any help for trigger finger?

A member asked:

What are the tests for trigger finger?

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