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Trigger Finger

CritterKeeper — Mon, 13 Nov 2023 15:13:09 GMT

Has anyone ever had Trigger Finger? Any ways to get relief without surgery?

Re: Trigger Finger

msgb — Mon, 13 Nov 2023 15:48:56 GMT

I am sorry that this is bothering you.

I have had it and I went to my doctor and she did a cortisone shot.

I am a knitter and not being able to knit for a few days was a pain.

I have had this done twice--two different fingers.

Hope things turn out well for you.

Re: Trigger Finger

CritterKeeper — Mon, 13 Nov 2023 15:53:25 GMT

Thank you

Re: Trigger Finger

PansyBoo — Tue, 14 Nov 2023 01:26:09 GMT

Yes, several years ago I had "trigger thumb." I saw a specialist and got a cortisone injection. I was nervous but it did not hurt at all. But I had to also wear a splint on my thumb for awhile. I can't recall exactly how long it was but was certainly doable. The best part for me is that I've not had the issue return, thank goodness.

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catter70 — Mon, 13 Nov 2023 17:53:55 GMT

Maybe that's what I have. My ring finger gets stuck in a bend position and I just straighten it with a finger on my other hand.Happens on occasion.

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CritterKeeper — Mon, 13 Nov 2023 18:13:26 GMT

That's what my ring finger does. And the joint that attaches to my hand is VERY sore and tender. I can't even make a fist.

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Neetgal2 — Mon, 13 Nov 2023 18:34:38 GMT

I have had this. Comes and goes. When I had wrist surgery a few years back went to an excellent therapist at the hand doctor's office. I called about the finger. The therapist advised me to try plastic oval splints, sort of like a ring, it worked. I am a knitter and a few of my club members have also had this, one needs surgery. They do work for some. Good luck. You can get them at W or A. Just Google it.

Re: Trigger Finger

CritterKeeper — Mon, 13 Nov 2023 18:55:16 GMT

I have been using a finger splint at night but I'm a secretary so I type a lot during the day. Perhaps I should try to use it during the day, as well.

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AuntG — Mon, 13 Nov 2023 23:55:06 GMT

Yes, ring finger of right hand. Woke up one morning right after I retired and my finger wouldn't straighten out. Was able to "help" it open. Bothered me for about three months and then finger returned to normal.

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Shawna407 — Tue, 14 Nov 2023 02:59:18 GMT

Yes, I had trigger finger from playing guitar a few years back. Didn't go to the doctor but started taking tumeric vitamins (which I think is good for inflammation and joints) and miraculously the trigger finger healed within a week or so. It's worth a shot. Good luck!

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willdob3 — Tue, 14 Nov 2023 03:39:41 GMT

@CritterKeeper My doctor was about to schedule me for surgery when I read about how trigger finger can be caused by a vitamin deficiency. Supplementing with P-5-P (a healthy form of B-6) can make the problem go away. I called my doctor and asked him to hold off on the surgery while I tried the P5P.

I had it in my thumb and, after taking the first capsule, it never locked again. The pain subsided and my thumb straightened. I got full range of motion back. No pain.