{"id":6384,"date":"2024-01-16T10:07:20","date_gmt":"2024-01-16T10:07:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.iseeahappyface.com\/?p=6384"},"modified":"2024-01-16T10:07:22","modified_gmt":"2024-01-16T10:07:22","slug":"can-i-fix-trigger-finger-on-my-own","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.iseeahappyface.com\/can-i-fix-trigger-finger-on-my-own\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I fix trigger finger on my own?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

   If you have a healthy mind and body, you should be grateful as there are many other people who may not be lucky or fortunate enough to have this blessing. Health in general is often a thing taken for granted and sadly most people do not take enough steps to make sure their health level is always at an optimal level. Trigger finger may be a new condition for you to know and one thing for sure it is a condition that is caused when a person may have not taken their health seriously. We will learn about trigger finger throughout this DoctorOnCall<\/a>\u2019s article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Before we talk more about trigger finger, you may want to understand what a normal finger should look like. There are many different bones, muscles and ligaments in the hand. There are 3 major types of the bones in hand which are carpal bones making up the wrist, carpal bone which comprises the middle part of the hand and phalanges which are the bones within the fingers. The fingers themselves have ligaments, tendons and 3 phalanges. Thumbs itself on the other hand only 2 phalanges. Although there are no muscles in the fingers and thumb, movement of the finger is possible by the forearm and palm muscle attached to the tendons of the finger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Trigger finger is a condition that affects the tendons of the fingers and thumbs. It makes bending fingers or thumb difficult as the tendons are affected. It is often resulted from repetitive use of the finger but may also be caused by other diseases such as diabetes, thyroid disease, gout, rheumatoid arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome. Trigger fingers most commonly affect the thumb and the ring finger but it may affect any finger. While it is true that most cases of trigger finger are caused by medical conditions and mostly in adults especially in their 40s, it can occur in children but is considered rare. It may also be caused by forceful hand activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Most specifically, trigger finger affects the flexor tendons of the finger and thumb. Flexor tendons are a structure that enable the finger or thumb to move. Each of the flexor tendons passes a tunnel known as tendon sheath. Thus, what happens in the trigger finger is the tendon becoming inflamed. The irritated tendon causes the tendon sticking to the tendon sheath which causes difficulty in moving the affected thumb or finger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Symptoms often start off even without evidence of injury. Discomfort are among the first early symptoms before trigger finger causes limitations in movement to the fingers or thumbs. Symptoms such as tender lump to the finger or thumb can be felt. Pain is more significant when a patient tries to straighten or bend the finger or thumb. Patients may find clicking or popping sensation with movement from the thumb or finger. Over time, it can cause stiffness and locking as a person tends to avoid using the affected finger or thumb. This is prominent in the morning. In severe cases, pain may be around the affected part even the finger or thumb in a still position. However, symptoms may actually improve throughout the day with gentle use of the hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

   Due to the fact that symptoms can cause great discomfort and even possibly affect a person\u2019s daily life routine, patients may wonder if it is possible to fix trigger finger. Some people may actually need no treatment as the trigger finger can get better. However, when left untreated, the affected finger or thumb can cause permanent issues which makes it become harder to treat. Doctors often provide medical treatment such as splinting or steroid injection to improve symptoms. Oral or topical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can reduce the pain and improve movement. Getting hand therapy can help patients to preserve the finger or thumb function beside improving the discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

   If the above measure is not enough to relieve symptoms, patients are recommended to go for surgery. The goal of surgery is to provide more space for the tendon. This surgery is known as trigger finger release. Tenosynovectomy may be considered if the trigger finger release is not sufficient to ease symptoms. It is worth noting that patients need to understand that surgery may not be fully effective in fixing the trigger finger. Patients need to also understand that surgery will always come with risk and complications. Thus, patients need to have a clear discussion with their doctor on what they are expecting from the procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

   It can be concluded that trigger finger is a condition affecting the hand tendons. This condition causes movement problems to the finger or thumb. Symptoms may not be obvious at the start but gradually become significant as it affects the ability to use the hands. It is best to get checked by a doctor whenever a person has symptoms suspected of trigger finger and to not leave it untreated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also read – Dengue Prevention<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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