Trigger Finger: Diagnosis and Treatment
Trigger finger, also known as stenosing tenosynovitis, is a common condition affecting the tendons in the fingers and thumb. It causes the affected finger or thumb to get stuck in a bent position, sometimes with a snapping or popping sensation when it is straightened1. When the thumb is involved, the condition is called trigger thumb2. This can be painful and make it difficult to perform everyday tasks1. Trigger finger affects between 1% and 2% of the population3. It is more common in women and people with certain … Read more
