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What could cause my fingers to lock up and freeze. i massage them and there is a loud click and they then don't have anymore pain?

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Trigger finger: its usually a tendon sheat which locks the finger in a particular position, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85n5Bv0n77Y; watch this very nice video.

Dr Seibert and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/26/2018

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Dr. answered

Trigger finger: You may find this New Zealand based link useful. If problems persist you should seek advice from a physiotherapist or your GP. https://www.healthnavigator.org.nz/health-a-z/t/trigger-finger/

Answered 6/29/2017

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