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In this video, Doctor Andrea Furlan explains what is trigger finger, or trigger thumb. This is a disease of the tendons called stenosis tenosynovitis. It is very painful and most common in people with diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and thyroid problems. There are also some professions that lead to more trigger fingers.
The treatment starts by stopping to move the finger to allow time for the inflammation to improve. Then, we can apply ice, topical NSAIDs, and even do injections or surgery.
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ALERT: This video is not intended to replace medical advice. If you think you have a condition that is causing you pain, please consult with your doctor to get a diagnosis and a treatment plan for you. The intent of this video is only for educational purposes. If there is any emergency, go to the nearest emergency department or call 911. CLOSED CAPTIONS in this video have not been professionally verified.
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[@erlethepearl]

Excellent presentation. This augments the information my doctor gave me and will help me treat my trigger fingers more effectively. Thank you.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You're very welcome!

[@darkerglasses163]

@@DrAndreaFurlan was told by dr. i have trigger finger and to keep it wrapped daily and nightly wear glove and wrap over glove finger and take pills for inflammation. but i read trigger finger makes the finger unable to pull away from palm and in my case i can not bring it toward palm (index finger). where the finger connects to palm is most sore.

[@joklang9505]

​@@DrAndreaFurlan I have 3 fingers. That are triggered every morning I cannot move it..and it goes the whole day that I cannot fold it... I'm in pain

[@karentrombetta3820]

I have been a T1diabetic for almost 40 years. I’ve had trigger finger on all ten fingers (not all at the same time) I’ve also had surgery on every single one of them. The surgery gave permanent relief. I have a lot of connective tissue problems from diabetes. Two years ago I started eating low carb and all my connective tissue issues have greatly improved

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for this comment. I'm glad to hear that you improved. Please make sure you talk to your doctor. Consider subscribing to this channel. I have many other videos that you might find useful.

[@VS-qd3tz]

Metabolic Syndrome Trigger Finger just Google. Am also a very long standing Type 1 Diabetic above 40 years and only my ring finger gets affected upon strenuous physical activity it heals off. Do watch Dr. Allan Mandells video on Trigger Finger. It's just a scar tissue in the nodule. 😁😁

[@kona887]

I’m 35 and have this…type 2 diabetes…I’m doing my best to eat better

[@jamescaneda9515]

Carbs huh?

[@moggridge1]

Thank you, Doctor. That was very interesting and helpful.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You are very welcome

[@jackhenryzembalist7923]

Thank you so much for all the the outstanding videos you make, I love watching them

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Glad you like them!

[@laurelohalek6250]

Being an older person and working hard on a house in bad condition, I ended up with eight trigger fingers. Surgery was quite successful. Dr. Furlan was right to mention a maximum of three injections; some doctors say two. I saw a woman who had a huge problem, a finger that stuck up, because of excessive injections.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

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[@rubyheft2951]

@@DrAndreaFurlan ❤

[@same5952]

Thank you! It helps me understand the condition.

[@hamidaherwan8843]

Super sekali penjelasannya tks

[@rohanaperera1005]

Excellent explanation and illustrations. Thank you and keep up the good work.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thanks, will do!

[@reynamanansala7076]

Very timely Dr. Furlan. Thank you so much. Having this hand issue to address. Will follow your advise. God bless you.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for watching and for writing this comment. God bless you too. Consider subscribing to this channel. I have lots of videos that you might find useful.

[@molliesdad4702]

Very well done. I will begin using your suggestions today, thank you so much

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You are so welcome!

[@terapeut8703]

I am so proud you are my teacher

[@Happydrguy]

This video is informative. The materials are well organized and presented - simple and helpful like many other videos that you made. Thank you!

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You're very welcome!

[@dr.ibrahimkeshk]

Good information thanks

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Welcome

[@theselector2310]

We appreciate your good information.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

It's my pleasure

[@Lsmootho]

Great video Dr. Furlan. I've been struggling with this very issue for a few months, now. A friend of mine made a good suggestion and he said, since the pain is in the ring finger, I may need to pay more attention to my marriage!

[@GoodEnergy999]

Hope your Finger and your marriage is doing well👍

[@paulhobday9272]

Thanks so much! So informative! Top Lady!

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

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[@BitCoin-nj8kw]

very useful tips. thanks dear

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Welcome 😊

[@aubreyleonae4108]

I've had two surgeries, I'm hoping to avoid another one , thanks for the help.

[@sandicoulson8502]

Thanks, that was so clearly explained, I have a much clearer understanding of it now. Great video! Thanks again, and be well. 🙋‍♀️

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

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[@sandicoulson8502]

@@DrAndreaFurlan I certainly will Doc! Thanks again. 😊

[@vianneyria8599]

Thank you. I have trigger finger and also thyroid problem, had first steroid injection 4 months ago. I will try your suggestions.

[@MarkSmith-js2pu]

I put up with this for a long time. Shots and splints didn’t work. The outpatient surgical repair was a piece of cake and worked perfectly

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thanks for sharing

[@antoniomora1255]

Una explicación inmejorable. Muchas gracias doctora!

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thanks

[@mohanjagan100]

Nice information thanks

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Welcome

[@JumiatiCilacap]

Thanks doctor

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for watching the video and writing this comment. Please share this video with your friends. I have lots of videos about chronic pain on my channel kzbin.info And don't forget to turn on the notifications 🔔

[@janekeller222]

Great video

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thanks for the visit

[@arhamkhan8570]

Informative video as usual. Looking so cute 💓

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thanks

[@SuperThunder911]

Thanks Doc👍

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Welcome!

[@dianadsouza4262]

Thanks for all your exercises i would like u show some exercise FOR wrist severe pain in the nerve

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

I already have videos about wrist pain: carpal tunnel syndrome and DeQuervain tenosynovitis.

[@ekaterinadruzhinina8312]

Once I had a patient with this problem, it started quite recently, like a couple of weeks before. It took 2 minutes to treat it manually, and it did not come back. Osteopathy and Ortho-Bionomy can resolve many of such issues.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

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[@leetaboodoo4410]

Great info

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for this comment. Have you seen my website yet? All of my videos are organized by topics and you can download all handouts, worksheets and booklets that I made. You will need to sign up for a membership to access all of my materials. It is FREE to become a member. Check it out: www.doctorandreafurlan.com And please remember that I do not give individual medical advice via email, social media or website. My channel and my website are for educational purposes only. For any individual medical advice, please talk to your doctor.

[@leenoble5852]

Thank you! ✌️♥️

[@saraaria4864]

Thank you!!

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You're welcome!

[@deunise54]

Thank you , Doctor yeti interesting about that 👍

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You are welcome

[@teslamr7333]

Obrigada!

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

De nada.

[@myintooo5695]

Thanks so much Dr. God bless you too.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for watching the video and writing this comment. Please share this video with your friends. I have lots of videos about chronic pain on my channel kzbin.info And don't forget to turn on the notifications 🔔

[@bacamajalahdanbuku7754]

Thanks doc..im from indonesia

[@francesbernard2445]

Thanks for sharing. Very sad when seeing for example the results of thyroid problem not being treated. I am not sure that altogether restricting range of motion more and more all the time would help.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thanks for sharing!

[@kolithamendis2780]

Thank you doctor. 🙏

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Most welcome!

[@chandimabodhinath1779]

Hi, Dr. Furlan, Good video short and specific. I had this problem sometimes back and I was given the steroid injection. The condition reduced gradually and nowadays I get it occasionally with very low impact. I decided not to go for any medications or injections but to massage and do some stretches . Will I be managed to control it this way. I am not a Diabetic. Thank you again for the information. Really appreciate it.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

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[@annmarsh9119]

I've already had trigger realease done on thumb and ring finder. What a relief that was. My issue was because I have RA

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for this comment. I'm glad to hear that you improved. Please make sure you talk to your doctor. Consider subscribing to this channel. I have many other videos that you might find useful.

[@studland123]

I’m so glad I’ve seen this, just starting to have a problem and have been forcing my finger to bend.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Please check with your doctor.

[@ebo9963]

OMG, this just happened to me about 2 months ago. But my finger bent backwards, not into my. I started screaming because i didn't know what was happening, my daughter came running and calmed me down. I thank God for her, she looked it up online, and after icing and massage it released. I pray that never happens again, it was so scary.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Elisha, I'm happy to hear you got better.

[@MoiraPraline]

😊

[@MSangramhere]

Valuable Information, Does it help in problems due to uric Acid?

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Sometimes yes

[@jocelynaraneta5025]

Thank you Dr.Farlan ,it had help me with you suggestions.

[@jocelynaraneta5025]

SORRY,II mean Dr.Furlan

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for this comment. Have you seen my website yet? All of my videos are organized by topics and you can download all handouts, worksheets and booklets that I made. You will need to sign up for a membership to access all of my materials. It is FREE to become a member. Check it out: www.doctorandreafurlan.com And please remember that I do not give individual medical advice via email, social media or website. My channel and my website are for educational purposes only. For any individual medical advice, please talk to your doctor.

[@bahmad2009]

Thank you Doctor

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Very welcome.

[@jinamorandelrosario3126]

Dra haga las traducciones en español,es tan importante lo q Ud , presenta en sus videos,graciasssss desde Peru Arequipa Veo recien sus videos traducidos Me interesa mucho el tema q estoy viendo,x mi problema del tunel del.carpo, se me llegan a poner mis dedos de gatillo y el dolor es extenso

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

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[@tyronsarmiento5514]

Well explain Doctor

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for watching the video and writing this comment. Please share this video with your friends. I have lots of videos about chronic pain on my channel kzbin.info And don't forget to turn on the notifications 🔔 on youTube. so you get notified when I post new videos. And please remember, I do not give individual medical advice via social media or email.

[@chrisanderson4338]

Hello Dr. Andrea, you have a very nice videoside manner :) anyway wondering if you can explain further the link between blood sugar and trigger finger, carpel, and other joint conditions? I have always had overactive jobs, hobbies, etc so i attributed the trigger/carpel to that however i have noticed that if i eat sugar it it gets much worse. tu

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for your comment. That is a good question/suggestion for a future video.

[@spicencens7725]

Good information! I had a thumb and middle finger affected some months back. After researching, I decided to make a splint for my thumb. I had scraps of silver from years ago and made a stylish coil that I wore almost constantly. Oddly enough, my middle finger stopped "catching" too.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Good stuff!

[@andytraverse]

This is excellent because most other videos on this subject do not explain how the fingers work with tendons and the forearm muscles, or show a working model of the tendon against the pulley, this is much better so people can understand how it works and what the problem is.

[@annatorres2209]

Thank you for sharing. I have trigger finger and in the past I had carpal tunnel syndrome. But I did not know as a diabetic and a person how has thyroid problems this can make it worse if not monitored. Thanks again

[@LaurenMirandaG]

Thank you for this video. You mentioned an anti-inflammatory cream, but I didn't catch the name.

[@etrhiiiiich]

thank you

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You're welcome

[@sarojshah5910]

Useful

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

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[@neilparedes-chavez1688]

thank you Doc. very good info. I'm dealing w/ my middle trigger finger locking and pain. I'm an Accountant, i type alot using my fingers. I'm also diabetic. this video helps a lot. i tried massaging daily. the swelling has gone down but the pain still there each time I try to massage that hot spot. I'll buy the night splints and see if it works.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for this comment. Have you seen my website yet? All of my videos are organized by topics and you can download all handouts, worksheets and booklets that I made. You will need to sign up for a membership to access all of my materials. It is FREE to become a member. Check it out: www.doctorandreafurlan.com And please remember that I do not give individual medical advice via email, social media or website. My channel and my website are for educational purposes only. For any individual medical advice, please talk to your doctor.

[@ellentimoteo9450]

Hello doctor,u have explained things clearly as for the case of my trigger thumb ,wow,it really hurts alot.... I wrapped it with a gauze bandage to stop the popping sound everytime i move my thumb ,and it works.... Hope to have the oval eight brace for my trigger thumb...

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

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[@esmeraldagomez185]

Thank u Dr. I dealing with this for 2 weeks nor too bad but I take your advice.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Esmeralda. Thank you for this comment. Have you seen my website yet? All of my videos are organized by topics and you can download all handouts, worksheets and booklets that I made. You will need to sign up for a membership to access all of my materials. It is FREE to become a member. Check it out: www.doctorandreafurlan.com And please remember that I do not give individual medical advice via email, social media or website. My channel and my website are for educational purposes only. For any individual medical advice, please talk to your doctor.

[@mirvids5036]

Thank you. Very useful video explaining the condition. Using a computer mouse doesn't help the finger either !

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for sharing your story.

[@adiksarkissian8031]

Love your advises Dr. furlan I’m doing most excersises you recommend for triger finger, osteopenia, and others . Do you have any suggestion for plantar fasciitis.?

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Adik, I have another video about plantar fasciitis.

[@adiksarkissian8031]

Hi Dr. After I sent massage to you I found it thank you so much🤗🙏🏼

[@sylviamaxwell504]

Thanks, liked and new subbie, ❤🎉

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thanks for subbing!

[@user-ch8lz5mx9o]

Thanks for tips god bless my hand is pain

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Most welcome

[@bambang8688]

Thank a lot for your Advice so I have Trigger Thumb,now I am exercise my Thumb with Rehabilition Medical at Hospital

[@oliverreed323]

Thank you Dr for this valuable information, I have left hand middle trigger finger. Though it has straightened now but the pain in the palm remains.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for watching John

[@ayhammosa6852]

Thanks Dr.... 👍👍👍👍

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Always welcome

[@ruthsaasi1862]

Thank you for video Dr Andrea. I have a trigger finger on my right hand, the ring finger and so painful mostly the palm. Which cream or tablets can I use to ease the pain? Thanks.

[@romeobungdon2280]

I enjoyed watching this video which very helpful clinically. Keep it up by uploading more videos.🇮🇳🎖️🎖️🎖️✌️💞

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

I will try my best

[@romeobungdon2280]

@@DrAndreaFurlan yes please. Whoever watched your video gets such professional health information freely. Very fortunate and impressive to subscribe your channel. I am planning to invite you in our Manipur International University in India for a guest lecture to guide our health research scholars if you can spare time.

[@aubreyleonae4108]

Thank you, I had an incident recently during a traffic stop. I think I'll be able to make a plea deal. Couldn't resist the joke.

[@behnamzadeh1936]

she is right.i work with player in my hand and scwis painful for 30 years.i don't know how she knows that.thanks

[@jerhughes500]

My father, uncle and cousin had this on their ring finger. I have three lumps on my little finger, one just under the lowest joint of the finger and the other two on my palm. I have no pain, no loss of movement.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thanks for sharing.

[@user-xu7yq1ud2z]

Thanks for the wonderful video.. I have a problem with trigger finger in one of my hands. I took diclofenac 50 mg twice a day and Relaxone twice a day with a simple massage (for 14 consecutive days), but the improvement is very little. Is it possible to continue the treatment for a longer period of time, such as two additional weeks or more, and with what? Do you recommend medications? I heard from one of the doctors about (Naproxen), knowing that I cannot tolerate a cortisone injection because the feeling of pain is very, very, very strong. My heartfelt regards

[@bobwillis552]

Is there any research on the use of Photo Bio Modulation (PBM)? PBM is the use of Near infrared Light (850 nanometer) to reduce inflamztion, increase bloodfow, and stimulate the mitochondria to produce more ATP. This approach greatly reduced the pain and stiffeness affecting my trigger fingers.

[@bally1664]

I have same issue.I will try splint today.

[@estheratakpa2316]

Please how do i get those equipment to help my trigger finger. I mean the cream and other materials, thanks.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

The link is in the description of the video.

[@pedaphelps]

what is the cream you mentioned???? Also does it help to soak your hand in warm water with epsom salts in it???

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Diclofenac emulgel. I am not sure about epsom salts for this.

[@pedaphelps]

@@DrAndreaFurlan can you get it over the counter????

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

It depends. Each country has different regulations.

[@philliphaas8507]

Any advice for dupitrons ? Thanks for video.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for your comment. That is a good question/suggestion for a future video.

[@bikramthapa8078]

Hi Dr namaste me form beutiful himalayan kingdom Nepal . I treated many trigger fingers patient in my physiotherapy clinic So I recommended PHYSICAL THERPY consult before INGECTION AND surgery.what is yours opinion about physiotherapy treatement in this case thank you Dr for informative video .

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for taking the time to write this comment. I don't have the ability to give medical advice here. Please talk to your doctor. Consider subscribing to this channel.

[@nebojsasavic2261]

How can I use Compex Fit 3.0 electric stimulator for trigger finger

[@BluegillBoyMD]

Hi i think i have this but i dont know what to do and i dont want to to have surgery and get shots and stuff what should i do

[@ruthsaasi1862]

Thank you Dr. I have liked the information. I have a trigger finger which is the ring finger on my right hand. Its so painful mostly the palm. Can you help me and tell me which cream or tablets I can take so that it can ease the pain please. Thanks

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for taking the time to write this comment. I don't have the ability to give medical advice here. Please talk to your doctor. Consider subscribing to this channel.

[@limyuetnam6823]

I watched all your videos on health issues, very informative on all the topics I needed to know in regards to health especially as what to expect when symptoms arises. Thank you Dr.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

That is great to hear. Please share this video with your friends. I have lots of videos about chronic pain on my channel kzbin.info And don't forget to turn on the notifications 🔔

[@johna2932]

This is all good technical information but there is more to our aches and pains.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

I agree with you.

[@johna2932]

@@DrAndreaFurlan so many new avenues to travel down when we look at our health isn’t there?

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Yes, a lot of options. God bless you Cyou

[@marilynboykins3577]

Thanks Dr you gave me great information that I will use My middle finger has the bump now I will buy the product for it And I know I will be healed I will be so careful with my hands forever I have been to a doctor but he didn't give me the wonderful information you did God bless you have a blessed day

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for watching and for writing this comment. God bless you too. Consider subscribing to this channel. I have lots of videos that you might find useful.

[@trustmemysonisadoctor8479]

I had trigger finger in my left thumb...it hurt like hell. The splints did not fit well and were uncomfortable to wear. So I took a 1 inch wide cloth band aid and wrapped it around my thumb between the knuckles, it was just stiff enough to keep me from bending my thumb and was comfortable to wear. I put on disposable gloves when in the kitchen or toilet to keep it dry and sanitary. After a few months I only wear the band aid at night as a preventative measure.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thanks for sharing.

[@charvankerck9617]

I have tried physical therapy. works well..

[@justcheckingchicken4204]

I made a splint out of a piece of Velcro just to stop it bending and it work after a couple of months it is getting better

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for watching the video and writing this comment. Please share this video with your friends. I have lots of videos about chronic pain on my channel kzbin.info And don't forget to turn on the notifications 🔔

[@southerncomfort971]

QUESTION? ideveloped a trigger finger a few years ago after using a power tool for a extented time. Last December 2020 i was diagnosed with Bells Palsy, This past summer while walking on my new treadmill I have either developed Plantar Fasciitis or Tarsal Tunnel syn. My Question is are these related and what can i do in a natural patheic way to fix it.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Very interesting question. I would not be able to answer here as I need to examine you and do a lot of questionnaires and get a lot of personal information. I can't offer medical consultation here. If you are in Ontario, Canada, I would be happy to see you as my patient in the pain clinic where I work.

[@southerncomfort971]

@@DrAndreaFurlan thank you but my question was more of a general question as "are they ever connected? say to a whole tendonitis issue?

[@CurCam713]

I watched the videos and tried a few exercises but I admit I did not do them extensively. I went to a doctor who did the steroid shot. Great relief the next day but a month later it has returned. I will see him again next month but I am afraid he will recommend cutting the sheath.

[@TSR28]

Thanks a lot for such a great video. Dr my RH factor is 20 & MCHC is 355, Hemoglobin A1C is 6 and rest of the blood work is ok... Symptoms are stiffness in left hand fingers - middle, index and ring fingers....Iam 42yrs male. .please suggest.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for taking the time to write this comment. I don't have the ability to give medical advice here because I am not able to get all the details that I need and most importantly, to examine you. I don't give individual medical advice via social media or by email. This channel is for educational purposes only. Please talk to your doctor.

[@TSR28]

Thank you Dr Andrea, it's really amazing to see your efforts of making these videos and specially reply to every message....u r great !!

[@ClissaT]

I have this on my ring finger. The pulley in the middle of the palm on that hand is puckered and the finger cannot straighten fully. It began to appear about 10yrs ago (I am now 65yo) I did hard manual work then and needed strong hands to grab things. I can no longer use that finger for strength work without it hurting as I tighten my grip on something. But it is no longer sore otherwise. I did the exercises to lengthen the tendon but the pulley is permanently damaged. However, now that finger is thin while the other fingers on that hand are still strongly muscled because I still do a lot of manual work requiring hand strength. But no one would notice if I don't tell them. We don't think about muscles in our fingers but it is obvious in my fingers that one finger does not work or is weak.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for this comment. I'm glad to hear that you improved. Please make sure you talk to your doctor. Consider subscribing to this channel. I have many other videos that you might find useful.

[@freecarVideo4u]

Hi, i had this problem, and administered a beestinger within the central part of the pain. One sting a week will do it perfectly. Of course, remove the beestinger with your finger nail sliding across the skin surface where the stinger is stuck, but after 5 minutes.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

What do you mean by that? I am not sure what that is. And it looks very dangerous.

[@freecarVideo4u]

@@DrAndreaFurlan The beesting; its bio-chemical content will liquid the "rock buildup," and the regional tissue inflammation zone will be reduced about 6 inches in diameter; ie, the entire hand.

[@valstewart2418]

I have had a trigger finger treated this week. Had a painful injection twice so hoping this time it will work otherwise it’s surgery.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for sharing with me.

[@carolingasia1906]

Hello Doc, other sources recommend heat from ice, what is the effect of heat

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Carol, I have another video about heat and cold. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJnVm6d9l5qdjq8

[@carolingasia1906]

That was very helpful, I always knew that ice is for acute injuries and heat for chronic injuries

[@judithmahler3250]

Thank you 🙏 from Israel 💙

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you! Shalom!

[@micktepolt6276]

it's kinda funny i have trigger finger, and this time it's the same finger that you show in the video .i think your right on with your information, thank you very much for your help

[@koolcaliguy6382]

How come the finger nodule inside trigger finger doesn't heels up on its own??

[@Leeyon1313]

Please @Dr. Andrea Furlan , if my trigger finger already has a Callus , does the splint still work? Is that recommended ? I took a steroid shot and it never went only got a bit easier to bend the finger as I always type and it’s been on over a year (some times better but got worse since August 2023). My doctor who gave the steroid told me I didn’t need to massage the hand or even bother resting it after the steroid shot on Jan. 25th and I feel he was wrong as if I did massage it as I was thinking with anti inflammatory topical drugs, it might have aided healing. Please can you let me know your thoughts on this? Thanks for the video.

[@lanamack1558]

Very interesting video; well structured and well explained. I would; however, like to remind Dr Furlan that 911 is an emergency number in the US (and Canada?) and not in the rest of the world. Your video can be viewed outside the USA as weell. The international emergency number from mobile phones is 112. If you do not wish to give the international number which will be diverted to emergency dispatchers everywhere in the world, then at least mention it is a US number, only and suggest that people outside the USA find out the relevant number in their country.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you Lana. I will mention that in future videos.

[@dianehall5345]

Doctor Andrea- I broke my right middle finger at the knuckle about 40 years ago. I had it set, but it was never quite right afterwards. It did not bother me until this year and it is starting to "catch". Do you think that is the original damage surfacing or the beginning of trigger finger? I am right handed. What type of doctor to I look for in this case? Thank you ~ Diane

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Diane, perhaps you should talk to a physiatrist, a doctor like me, thank you for this comment and for being a subscriber.

[@lonmayer130]

Is this the same as focal dystonia? I'm a classical guitarist that has had middle finger FD for 25 years. Any hope for this?

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Lon, focal distonia is a very different disease. Focal distonia is a neurological disease. This one, trigger finger is a tendon thickening due to friction and inflammation.

[@lonmayer130]

@@DrAndreaFurlan Thank you Dr. Furlan. We all appreciate your video and conversation with everyone!

[@sama.scraps]

I had trigger finger in both thumbs. I changed the way I used my cell phone and scissors. It took a long time but they both healed.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thanks for sharing with me Sherri.

[@mrmovies9787]

Nice💗💗💗💗

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thanks