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I am a dental hygienist and recently my 'fulcrum' ring finger is locking straight during instrumentation. what is going on?
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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.
Answered 8/25/2016
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