Question 1

why do my fingers lock in a straight position?

Accepted Answer

: When we get older the alignment of fingers can change a bit  as part of aging. If there is no pain or obvious deformity do not worry about it. If yes see your doc for a clinical exam.

Question 2

my fingers lock when holding something and my fingers are straight and can be very painful to get movimg again?

Accepted Answer

Trigger finger: This condition is called trigger finger. It happens when the tendons of that individual finger are inflamed and unable to slide freely within the canal. It can be made worse by overuse, diabetes or arthritis. There are specific stretches and exercises you can do to help relieve the stiffness, and resting or anti-inflammatories can help to reduce the swelling and allow normal motion.

Question 3

my fingers lock up if i bend them after being straight(bend at the top joint, middle joint locks, seems to distend). what is it? how do i treat it?

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Locking fingers: You should prob see an ortho doc for X-rays and exam. It sounds like a "Trigger Digit" (TD) however you're on the young side to have this prob. TD usually causes severe tenderness if you press hard at base of digit palm side.

Question 4

i am a dental hygienist and recently my 'fulcrum' ring finger is locking straight during instrumentation. what is going on?

Accepted Answer

Trigger finger: Ligament damage from repetitive usage.  Ask your GP for the name of an Orthopedic Surgeon that concentrates in treating hands.  Cortisone shots are often utilized before considering ligament release surgery.

Question 5

diarrea with dizziness almost fainting cold sweat brief loss of hearing and site extremely painful hand cramp fingers locked straight what can do this?

Accepted Answer

Carpal spasms: The hand spasms may be due to deficiencies in calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium. Some of these deficiencies can occur with losses from diarrhea, excessive sweating, etc. If symptoms persist, your physician will order the appropriate tests and treatment.

Question 6

on my right pointer finger i can't seem to straighten it out like i can my left? my left is perfectly straight but my right seems to always be bent.

Accepted Answer

Finger injury: You may have an injury to the tendons in your finger. One possibility is mallet finger. If there was an injury recently then it should be xrayed. If there is pain then you should have it looked at by a doctor as soon as you can.

Question 7

my pinkie finger won't go straight, what is wrong with it?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: Unfortunately, conditions such as these can't be diagnosed on the web. A physician needs to look at it and maybe even biopsy it. I suggest you make an appointment.

Question 8

can't put pinkie finger straight, sitting away from other fingers?

Accepted Answer

See details: It is difficult to offer specifics without being able to examine the hand. Your best bet is to have the hand evaluated but a hand surgeon, orthopedist or rheumatologist.

Question 9

my pinky finger is bent and couldn't make it straight , do you think it is broken , what should i do ?

Accepted Answer

Tendon vs fracture: If the tip of your finger is bent and you cannot make it straight then you could have a "mallet finger". This could require strict splinting for 6 weeks. A fracture is also possible. Please see an orthopedist for proper diagnosis and care.

Question 10

was born w/very flexible fingers that are never straight. it's not obvious but they're crooked and do not point out straight. any specific condition?

Accepted Answer

Fingers come in: many shapes and sizes and differences are not usually representative of a syndrome. A medical history, pictures of the fingers and any other genetic or congenital disorders may help to  narrow it down. But a lot of people should look no further than relatives to see fingers like their own. There is a large spectrum of what is "normal"   www.healthtap.com/dr-wint

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Why do my fingers lock in a straight position?

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My fingers lock when holding something and my fingers are straight and can be very painful to get movimg again?

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My fingers lock up if i bend them after being straight(bend at the top joint, middle joint locks, seems to distend). what is it? how do i treat it?

A member asked:

I am a dental hygienist and recently my 'fulcrum' ring finger is locking straight during instrumentation. what is going on?

A member asked:

Diarrea with dizziness almost fainting cold sweat brief loss of hearing and site extremely painful hand cramp fingers locked straight what can do this?

A member asked:

On my right pointer finger i can't seem to straighten it out like i can my left? my left is perfectly straight but my right seems to always be bent.

A member asked:

My pinkie finger won't go straight, what is wrong with it?

A member asked:

Can't put pinkie finger straight, sitting away from other fingers?

A member asked:

My pinky finger is bent and couldn't make it straight , do you think it is broken , what should i do ?

A member asked:

Was born w/very flexible fingers that are never straight. it's not obvious but they're crooked and do not point out straight. any specific condition?

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