Trigger finger - treatment
Trigger finger is a condition of the flexor tendons. It is an anatomical defect resulting from a previous inflammatory condition of the tendon sheaths and flexor tendons. It occurs more frequently in men than women. The condition can affect one or several fingers, and if left untreated, it can cause complete immobility.
Symptoms indicating trigger finger:
- pain and tenderness at the base of the finger on the palm side, especially in the morning.
- characteristic snapping and popping when straightening the finger.
- possible finger contracture, depending on the degree of advancement.
Causes of trigger finger:
- repetitive finger movements.
- chronic inflammation of the flexor tendon sheaths and deep flexor tendons of the fingers.
- calcifications and past fractures in the area of the metacarpals.
- fibrosis.
- postoperative scars.
What does the procedure involve?
The orthopedic surgeon makes an incision at the base of the inflamed finger, then cleans the tendon by cutting the most fibrous tissues. This reduces pressure on the tendon and widens the sheath ring. After the procedure, the patient returns to full functionality.
The procedure is performed by Bartosz Chwedczuk, MD, a specialist in orthopaedics and traumatology of the musculoskeletal system. All procedures are carried out on an outpatient basis under local anaesthesia, and the patient can return home immediately after the procedure.
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