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A member asked:

I took a cortison shot to cure my trigger finger, what is the best i can do to avoid having it again?

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

See below: Moderate exercise and passive stretching help the best.

Answered 4/19/2013

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