Trigger finger, also identified as stenosing tenosynovitis, is a condition that affects the flexor tendons of the fingers and thumb. It is characterized by a catching or clicking sensation and difficulty bending or straightening the finger. This condition can be painful and interfere with everyday activities like typing or gripping objects. Fortunately, treatments are available [...]
If you are suffering from persistent or severe trigger finger pain, there are certain steps you can take to help alleviate the discomfort and improve your overall health. Trigger finger is a condition caused by inflammation of the tendons in the finger which can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling. Here are seven ways to address [...]
Our hands help us communicate, create, build, and explore the world. Unfortunately, because of the nature of other jobs, excessive use can lead to painful conditions like trigger fingers. This condition occurs when swelling occurs in or around the hand's tendon, causing pain and potentially limiting movement in the thumb and fingers. Fortunately, treatment for [...]
People throw around the term "trigger finger" casually. Little did these people know it's an actual condition that can be extremely painful. Trigger finger is the common name for a condition medically known as stenosing tenosynovitis. It gets its name from how the affected finger can get stuck in a bent position, which is very [...]
Trigger finger is a condition in which one or more of your fingers or thumbs get stuck in a bent position. It may be painful and can make it hard to move your hand. If you have trigger finger, you may wonder if it will go away on its own. Unfortunately, trigger finger is a [...]
Do you know what trigger fingers are? This is a common condition seen among hand surgeons. Essentially, a trigger finger is a swollen tendon along the palm side of the finger that causes pain. It prevents the finger from bending and straightening smoothly and normally. The tendon becomes so swollen that it resembles a trigger [...]
We often dismiss our hand pain like arthritis, but most of the time, we misdiagnose ourselves. If you check the symptoms, you will realize that you have a trigger finger. It is one of the most poorly understood conditions. Thankfully, it is not a life-threatening disease, but it can drastically alter your life. You will [...]
As much as we hate to admit it, we spend too much time using our phones or sitting in front of the computer. When you think about it, things that interest us can be mainly found on the internet nowadays, such as watching movies, TV shows, and playing video games. The coronavirus pandemic only made [...]
As humans, we rely on our hands for many things, whether to hold objects, get a feel of something, or conduct daily tasks like typing and writing. Many people live life to the fullest without worrying about their hands until they develop an injury. Living life with pains in the body part that is integral [...]
From employees doing their nine-to-five jobs in front of desktops and laptops to the local consumer browsing the web, it’s undeniable that technology has become a vital aspect of our lives. Our dependence on technology has made us more prone to wrist-related injuries by overusing our devices. Although they have made our lives simpler, they [...]
