Trigger Finger Release
A minor surgical procedure to widen the tendon sheath opening at the base of the affected finger so the flexor tendon can glide freely again. Trigger finger occurs when the tendon sheath becomes inflamed and narrows, causing the finger to catch or lock in a bent position.
Definition
A minor surgical procedure to widen the tendon sheath opening at the base of the affected finger so the flexor tendon can glide freely again. Trigger finger occurs when the tendon sheath becomes inflamed and narrows, causing the finger to catch or lock in a bent position.
In-Depth
What You Need to Know
Trigger finger, medically known as stenosing tenosynovitis, most commonly affects the ring finger and thumb but can occur in any finger. The condition causes pain, stiffness, and a clicking or popping sensation when bending or straightening the affected finger. When splinting and cortisone injections fail to provide lasting relief, surgical release is recommended. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia through a small incision at the base of the finger and typically takes about 20 minutes. Recovery is usually quick, with most patients regaining full finger movement within a few weeks, though some stiffness may persist for several months.
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What Patients Ask
Common phone questions about trigger finger release — and how Front Desk handles scheduling and call routing automatically.
Common Patient Questions
- 1Can trigger finger be treated without surgery?
- 2How long does the trigger finger release procedure take?
- 3Will I have stitches after trigger finger surgery?
- 4When can I go back to work after trigger finger release?
How Front Desk Helps Your Practice
Front Desk can provide information about trigger finger symptoms and treatment options, schedule consultations for hand evaluation, and explain what to expect during and after the release procedure. It can help patients determine whether they should try a cortisone injection first, book the surgical procedure, and arrange post-operative follow-up appointments.
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Common questions about trigger finger release.
A minor surgical procedure to widen the tendon sheath opening at the base of the affected finger so the flexor tendon can glide freely again. Trigger finger occurs when the tendon sheath becomes inflamed and narrows, causing the finger to catch or lock in a bent position. Trigger finger, medically known as stenosing tenosynovitis, most commonly affects the ring finger and thumb but can occur in any finger. The condition causes pain, stiffness, and a clicking or popping sensation when bending or straightening the affected finger.
Your orthopedics provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk helps by provide information about trigger finger symptoms and treatment options, schedule consultations for hand evaluation, and explain what to expect during and after the release procedure. It can help patients determine whether they should try a cortisone injection first, book the surgical procedure, and arrange post-operative follow-up appointments.
Your orthopedics provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk helps by provide information about trigger finger symptoms and treatment options, schedule consultations for hand evaluation, and explain what to expect during and after the release procedure. It can help patients determine whether they should try a cortisone injection first, book the surgical procedure, and arrange post-operative follow-up appointments.
Your orthopedics provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk helps by provide information about trigger finger symptoms and treatment options, schedule consultations for hand evaluation, and explain what to expect during and after the release procedure. It can help patients determine whether they should try a cortisone injection first, book the surgical procedure, and arrange post-operative follow-up appointments.
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