Wellness

[CritterKeeper]

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

[msgb]

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.

[CritterKeeper]

Thank you

[PansyBoo]

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. 

[catter70]

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.

[CritterKeeper]

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. 

[Neetgal2]

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.  

[CritterKeeper]

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.

[AuntG]

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.

[Shawna407]

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!