Question 1

is ice an effective non-drug treatment for trigger finger alongside splint? how long to ice if it is? thumb is swollen at joint.

Accepted Answer

Probably not: because trigger finger is caused by chronic, not acute, inflammation.  But trigger finger does not usually present with swelling.  Ask your doctor if it could be something else.

Question 2

what is trigger finger?

Accepted Answer

Finger catches : If the flexor tendons that bend a finger get caught while gliding through the a1 pulley in the palm, then you have a trigger finger or thumb.  It can often be resolved by cortisone injection to the area but sometimes needs minor surgery through a half inch incision to release the a1 pulley.

Question 3

how do you treat "trigger finger" ?

Accepted Answer

Shots or surgery: You need to be evaluated. We can use steroid shots, therapy or even surgery. It will depend on your problem. 
The injection and the surgery are simple procedures.

Question 4

how can i straighten trigger finger?

Accepted Answer

Surgery: Trigger finger developes due to binding of the flexor tendons at the a1 pulley at the distal palmar crease. Sometimes responds to steroid injection but frequently requires surgical release of the pulley to allow for tendon glide allowing finger to straighten. If triggering is chronic this can cause ligament contracture at pip joint limiting joint extension. See hand surgeon.

Question 5

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 6

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.

Question 7

will trigger finger go away on it's own?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Apply a splint and if it doesn't improve within a month, time to see your primary or a hand specialist.

Question 8

i have trigger finger, what's best to do?

Accepted Answer

How often: It depends on how frequently you experience symptoms.  If its occasional, you might benefit from a corticosteroid injection.  If its persistent, a surgical release can be performed to correct it.

Question 9

what is trigger finger and what causes it?

Accepted Answer

Inflammation.: The tendons that help bend the fingers run inside a system of pulley's called the flexor tendon sheath. The first pulley, the a1, can become narrowed. This causes friction and inflammation, leading to catching and popping of the digit. This is triggering and can be treated with oral/injectable steroids and therapy. See a board certified orthopaedic hand surgeon for evaluation and treatment.

Question 10

in what way can i treat my trigger finger?

Accepted Answer

2 main options: Surgical release of the a1 pulley or steroid injection are the two primary modes of treatment. No home remedies. Seek care of a hand surgeon.

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