Trigger Finger/Thumb
What is it?
The tendons which move the fingers pass through tunnel like structures called pulleys. Sometimes a swelling develops on these tendons; this swelling can cause pain and a resistance to bending of the finger. This may lead to a painful click when straightening the finger (Triggering)
Triggering ring finger
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Nodule on flexor tendon caught on pulley
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What is the cause ?
Unfortunately the exact cause is unknown
How is it treated ?
The initial treatment is a simple steroid injection which can be up to 70% curative.
If this fails, surgery to release the pulley is recommended. This is a day case procedure performed under a local anaesthetic.
If this fails, surgery to release the pulley is recommended. This is a day case procedure performed under a local anaesthetic.