A member asked:

My hand scarred over after trigger finger release and is now disabled. i can't open my hand, grip anything, can't make a fist. can this be fixed?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. William Dailey answered

Most likely: I think that can most likely be fixed. Get it checked soon. The sooner the better.

Dr Villaplana and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/20/2012

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Depends: ...On #1, your compliance with therapy- which should be by a certified ot hand therapist- before & after the next operation, operation by an experienced hand surgeon, your age, your physiology & how long the problem has existed.

Dr Villaplana and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/11/2020

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A member asked:

My hand scarred over after trigger finger release and is now disabled. i can't open my hand, grip anything, can't make a fist. can this be fixed?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. William Dailey answered

Dr Villaplana and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. Todd Sisto answered

Dr Villaplana and another doctor agreed

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