Trigger Finger

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About the disease & condition

Trigger finger is a condition in which a finger becomes stuck in a bent position due to inflammation of the flexor tendons. It commonly occurs from repetitive gripping, forceful hand movements, or underlying conditions like diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis. Symptoms include stiffness, popping, clicking, and pain at the base of the finger. Diagnosis is usually clinical and may be supported by ultrasound when needed. Early care with hand rest, stretching, splinting, or corticosteroid injections can prevent permanent contracture and restore normal hand function.

Known Symptoms

Finger stiffness with difficulty straightening or bending fully.
Popping or clicking sensation during finger movement.
Pain at the base of the affected finger during activity.
Reduced grip strength impacting daily tasks.

Known Causes

Repetitive gripping or forceful hand movements over time.
Diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis increasing tendon inflammation risk.
Overuse of hand muscles during occupational activities.
Age-related tendon degeneration affecting finger motion.

Care

Avoid repetitive gripping and hand-straining activities.
Perform gentle hand stretches and allow adequate rest.
Splinting to immobilise the finger and reduce inflammation.
Corticosteroid injections if conservative measures fail.

Relevant Specialities

Orthopaedics (Orthopaedic Surgery)

KIMSHEALTH’s Department of Orthopaedic Surgery offers internationally recognised, multidisciplinary care for all musculoskeletal problems. Using minimally invasive techniques ranging from endoscopic spine surgery to robotic joint replacement, our surgeons develop a treatment plan customised for each patient by working closely with anaesthesia, rehabilitation, and other specialists. We manage complex trauma and fractures with a dedicated 24/7 trauma ICU, provide limb reconstruction (including Ilizarov techniques) and perform microsurgical reimplantation for severe limb injuries. We cover arthroscopy and sports-injury care, hand and microvascular surgery, paediatric orthopaedics and scoliosis correction, plus specialist clinics for back pain, osteoporosis and arthritis.

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