TreatmentTrigger finger is a mechanical problem with many etiological factors as possible causes, such as diabetes mellitus, carpal tunnel syndrome and repetitive finger movements. Although it can afflict anyone, it is much commoner in middle-aged women than men and the most commonly involved digit ...
Treatment Initial treatment for mild or infrequent symptoms of trigger finger include rest, avoiding or modifying those activities that caused the inflammation, and the use of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) such as ibuprofen. This may relieve the swelling and inflammation that resulted...
If your finger or thumb is locked, you're not able to force it straight or bent, and you're feeling catching or popping, the next level of treatment is a steroid injection to calm the irritation and swelling. Performed in the clinic, the injection is done in the palm of your hand. ...
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Trigger finger, also known as stenosing tenosynovitis, refers to the clicking or locking of one or more of your fingers during movement, with or without pain.
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I have been going to Santa Rosa Medical Message for their Trigger Point Massage therapy for about 6 weeks and it has made such a difference in my shoulders and upper back. I love that both Stacy and Jamie really listen to my needs and address those issues during my treatment. They are...
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