What can i do about trigger fingers?

Cortisone injection: Trigger finger represents inflammation of the tendon within its sheath. Pain and "locking" of the finger are common symptoms. While splinting is occasionally beneficial, cortisone injections can cure the problem outright approximately 60% of the time. Surgical intervention may be needed in cases of failed injections.

Reast & NSAIDS: Trigger finger is an inflammation of the tendons in the finger that eventually cause it to lock up. The initial treatment is resting the finger and taking an anti-inflammatory like advil (ibuprofen). Occasionally it may require a steroid injection or minor surgical procedure.

Injections/Surgery: About 80-90% of trigger fingers will resolve in a 2-3 month period, with 1-2 injections of steroid and conservative treatment. Patients with diabetes and thumbs stuck in extension don't respond as well to non-operative treatment. Surgery is the definitive treatment for this problem and has excellent results. See a board certified orthopaedic hand surgeon for further evaluation and treatment.