Trigger Finger Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

Trigger finger, also known as stenosing tenosynovitis, is a common condition seen by hand surgeons. This video explains the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for Trigger Finger. Dr. Christopher Healy, orthopedic hand and upper extremity specialist at The Center discusses the common symptoms of Trigger Finger, such as a clicking or popping sensation, stiffness, and pain in the finger. He also provides insights into the causes of the condition, which include repetitive finger movements, medical conditions such as diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis, and certain medications.
The video provides a detailed overview of the various treatment options for Trigger Finger, including non-surgical treatments like physical therapy and splinting, as well as surgical options like minimally invasive procedures and traditional surgery.
The information in this video is helpful for anyone looking for information on Trigger Finger, whether they are experiencing it themselves or are looking to help someone else who is. By watching this video, viewers can gain a better understanding of Trigger Finger and how to manage it effectively.

[@Randy2747]

Wow I saw a doctor Locally and he said it would never go away and I have to do surgery. I told him I would like the steroid shot like he mentioned and he got mad! I guess he wasn't getting the big bucks for surgery. And I never went back to him agian for lying! My finger is just stiff and never locked up... Yet!.

[@cameronholmes8071]

I've had the steroid and it's done absolutely nothing

[@Ivan_950]

how is your finger now

[@Lovejug]

Great explainer vid. I had my second lot of steroid injections this afternoon, I work 9-5 each day typing on a laptop, they advised me I should fully rest the hand and not even type for the next couple of days, would this really be the case ? Do you need to rest your hand to that extent after the injection? Might be a tricky one to explain to the boss...!

[@dez8925]

I work in live hang at tyson and this is a every week thing for me i need to see someone asap i just now trying to figure out whats wrong with my hands

[@GEORGEANNALEVY]

I have tried the injection both times I have dealt with trigger finger and it did come back and I had to have surgery. I am planning a second surgery for this summer.

[@GodisLovetoo]

The injections never worked for me. I had five trigger finger surgeries. Two on one hand and three on the other within four years, and now I’m experiencing it again ten years later in both index fingers…. I’m told it may be associated with my type 1 diabetes.

[@JoshyRB]

My pinkie just suddenly starting doing this a few minutes ago and I have no clue why. I can move it fine, but when I bend it, it suddenly snaps to a further position. Like imagine these numbers are the position changing: 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11. Like it’s skipping to a further angle/position when I bend it.

[@phina8392]

I’ve just seen a video and it’s helpful, all you need is a plaster, or bandaid as it is sometimes called. Hope this helps.

[@Corzafade]

It just started happening to my hand. When I wake up and I open my hand ( right ) the pinky, ring finger kind of snaps open instead of smoothly opening

[@anzu6895]

​@@Corzafade Hey I'm having same symptoms you mentioned 😢

[@Corzafade]

@@anzu6895 yeah I still have it and its inconsistent. Some days it doesn’t do it but most days it locks a few times. Try to squeeze your hand tight and rub the bottom of your finger so it doesn’t snap open. From what I’ve researched on, you don’t want it to snap because of the tissue or something will make it worse? But I’ve gone to the dr and he prescribed me some pills to reduce the inflammation ( trigger finger is an inflammation ) tbh I’m not sure if it’s doing anything. I’ve just been wearing a hand brace so that my hand does not close all the way while I’m asleep because that’s when I notice my fingers locking the most. I usually my fingers curl at the end of the brace so it closes to an extent but not all the way. That’s my update on my hand at the moment

[@soniataitt636]

The same 2 fingers on both my hands are doing this, started soon after I began weeding and clearing my garden. When finger bends it locks up and I have to take my hand and pullbit back up.

[@Okikor1]

Will the sheathe heal on its own? If not, why do we need it. What is it for and will it cause problems later down the road?

[@edumansdk1333]

Please help me I have this thing about more than 18 year 😢 Now I'm 40 years old.. Now I'm in Dubai where do I found doctor for this trement

[@sunshinesher]

try two weeks of super low carb diet, it will go away. The inflammation is what is making this happen.

[@qbankid0190]

My left pinky started doing this like 2 months into lifting weights

[@gavandevirajabhinav5484]

Same, what's your update now?

[@BLAKEEATS1988]

same, I can't pop my 2 pinkies anymore. although it hasn't locked up yet, the range of motion is limited. right now im taking a muscle relaxant, and anti inflammatory, 2 cherry tart capsules a day with some cold therapy during the day and my fingers are showing signs of improvement. but then, why I go back to lifting weights they go back to being stiff in the morning and can't barely move.

[@qbankid0190]

@@gavandevirajabhinav5484 same thing I just deal with it now but it doesn’t happen when I’m lifting. It happens all day until I grip a metal bar.

[@aneeshprasobhan]

same, did it fix itself ? I started going to gym few weeks ago and now have this. I am also very close to being pre-diabetic. I also have inflammation on my knee tendons. :(

[@BLAKEEATS1988]

@@aneeshprasobhan in your case just cut sugar and salt. you gotta go bland diet. take cherry capsules as well and start the ice therapy.

[@user-zf1tx2wp2c]

i had a steroid injection for trigger finger yesterday, can i still go to the gym and do weight training?

[@thetruthshouldbeclear8602]

Negative . Please wait a couple of weeks

[@trudygaldeen3432]

This hurts

[@jackandoh4612]

Please were can find you

[@thecenteroregon]

We are located in Bend, Oregon.

[@kwitseo]

Had the steroid injection done.

[@motiwisdom777]

So do you feel relaxed? Is it helpful

[@kwitseo]

@motiwisdom777 So far the painful stiffness has stopped.

[@motiwisdom777]

@@kwitseo oh good to know that painful stiffness stopped.

[@motiwisdom777]

@@kwitseo wish you good health and sending positive vibes and energy your way

[@kwitseo]

@@motiwisdom777 Thanks, dude.

[@sunshinesher]

low carb fixes this. As low as you can go.

[@rosemarydaughter]

Thank You*

[@sunshinesher]

you are welcome. Hope it works quickly for you too.@@rosemarydaughter

[@Jasmineflower124]

How can low carb fix this? Pls help

[@sunshinesher]

I went low carb, very low carb, 20 carbs and below per day, and it works. It takes away the inflammation that is bothering you. I wouldn't have believed it, if I hadn't tried it. @@Jasmineflower124

[@WilliamGone]

Explain