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   What is a trigger finger?

   • A trigger finger is a very common and treatable problem. It can occur in both fingers and the thumbs, which have tendons that help them to bend. The flexor tendons that bend the fingers have a lining on the outside. This lining is called tenosynovium. The tendon and lining are covered by a series of thick, soft tissue called pulleys.

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   What causes trigger finger?

   • Tendons are tough cords that attach muscle to bone. Each tendon is surrounded by a protective sheath. Trigger finger occurs when the affected finger's tendon sheath becomes irritated and swollen. This makes it harder for the tendon to glide through the sheath.

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   How does trigger finger affect flexor tendon?

   • In a patient with trigger finger, the A1 pulley becomes inflamed and thickened, making it harder for the flexor tendon to glide through it as the finger bends. Over time, the flexor tendon may also become inflamed and develop a small nodule on its surface, further aggravating the condition.

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   What if I have a trigger finger?

   • A healthcare provider might also prescribe corticosteroids (prescription anti-inflammatory medications). You might need cortisone shots. You might need surgery if other treatments don’t improve your symptoms. A surgeon will perform a trigger finger release procedure.

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   Dec 3, 2022 · Trigger finger is a condition that makes a finger get stuck in a bent position and snap straight. Learn about the risk factors, diagnosis and treatment options for trigger finger from Mayo Clinic experts.

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   Trigger finger is a painful condition that makes your fingers or thumb catch or lock when you bend them. Learn about the causes, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment options, including surgery and exercises.

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   Trigger finger is a common condition that affects the tendons and pulleys of the fingers or thumbs, causing pain, swelling and locking. Learn about the possible causes, diagnosis and treatment options, including splinting, medication, injection and surgery.

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   May 11, 2023 · Trigger finger is a condition that makes your fingers or thumb hard to move or lock in a flexed position. Learn about the causes, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment options for trigger finger from Cleveland Clinic.

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   Trigger finger is a condition that affects the tendons of the fingers and thumb, causing them to catch or lock when bent or straightened. Learn about the anatomy, diagnosis and nonsurgical and surgical options for trigger finger from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

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   Dec 7, 2023 · Learn about trigger finger, a condition that causes the flexor tendon to get stuck in the tendon sheath, leading to pain and locking of the finger. Find out how to treat it with splinting, medications, injections, or surgery, and how to prevent stiffness with exercises.

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   Learn about trigger finger, a condition that causes one of your finger tendons to get stuck in a bent position. Find out the causes, symptoms, treatments and prevention tips from Mayo Clinic experts.