Trigger Finger
Do You Have Trigger Finger?
- Is one of your fingers stuck in a bent position?
- Does it bend or straighten with a snap?
- Do you have tenderness in your palm at the base of the finger?
What Is Trigger Finger?
Stenosing tenosynovitis, known as trigger finger, occurs when inflammation affects the tendon in the finger.
People who do work or have hobbies that involve tight hand gripping are at higher risk for trigger finger. Women are also more affected. People with diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis are also at higher risk of developing trigger finger.
Treatments For Trigger Finger
There are surgical and nonsurgical treatments for trigger finger.