Can Treatment Help Trigger Finger? Absolutely!
Can Treatment Help Trigger Finger? Absolutely!
Why It Matters
If you're dealing with trigger finger, don't fret! There are effective treatments to help you regain smooth finger movement.
Contents
- Conservative Treatment Options
- When to Consider Injections
- Surgical Solutions
Conservative Treatment Options
Start with simple changes like avoiding movements that worsen your symptoms. Splinting your finger can also help. An over-the-counter painkiller like ibuprofen may reduce pain and swelling.
When to Consider Injections
If your finger is still locking after trying conservative treatments for a few weeks, a doctor might suggest a steroid injection. These can reduce swelling, making movement easier. Many people find relief after just one shot.
Surgical Solutions
Surgery is an option if other treatments don't work. It's a small procedure to release the tendon, freeing up movement. Recovery is usually quick, with most people returning to normal activities soon after.
FAQs
What are initial treatments for trigger finger?
Activity changes, splinting, and pain medication.
When are injections recommended?
If symptoms persist after a few weeks of conservative treatment.
Is surgery a last resort?
Yes, it's considered when other treatments fail.
How effective are steroid injections?
Many find significant relief after one injection.
Key Takeaways
There's hope for trigger finger with various effective treatments available.
Additional References
- Rozental TD, Zurakowski D, Blazar PE. Trigger finger: prognostic indicators of recurrence following corticosteroid injection. J Bone Joint Surg Am 2008; 90:1665.
- Baumgarten KM, Gerlach D, Boyer MI. Corticosteroid injection in diabetic patients with trigger finger. A prospective, randomized, controlled double-blinded study. J Bone Joint Surg Am 2007; 89:2604.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic.