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What are ways to treat trigger finger symptoms?

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Dr. Michael Aron answered

There are several: Trigger finger can be alleviated with antiinflammatories, splinting or a cortisone injection. If those do not work then the next step is surgery.

Answered 12/8/2016

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Dr. Christopher Khorsandi answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Trigger: Conservative treatments include nsaids and steroid injections. If you fail to improve trigger finger release is a simple 15 minute procedure that can greatly improve symptoms in over 98% of cases.

Answered 12/9/2013

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