Trigger Fingers - Northwest Indiana

A situation where your finger suddenly locks in a flexed position is called a “trigger finger”. It frequently requires extra effort or assistance from your other hand to snap the finger back straight. A common form of tendonitis experienced by people in all age groups, it can happen sporadically when you overdo any hand-related activity.

You may improve the problem non-surgically with rest and anti-inflammatory medication. In extreme cases, surgery may be the best treatment.

Treatments for Trigger Fingers - Northwest Indiana

When you overdo movement of your fingers, it may lead to swelling of your flexor tendons. This swelling may prevent the smooth gliding of a tendon, which is required for movement. As a result, your finger may periodically “pop” or “lock” in a certain position. Early cases are usually treated with rest and/or a steroid injection. More serious cases may require surgery. This involves a very small incision in the palm and an incision in your tendon sheath to allow unobstructed gliding of the tendon.

Trigger Fingers - Hobart & Munster Patients Contact Dr. Ashpole

To determine whether you require surgery or whether a non-surgical procedure would solve the problem, schedule a hand surgery consultation with Dr. Ashpole for trigger fingers. Hobart patients can call 219.945.0000 or 219.836.7100 in Munster. Or click here to fill out our online inquiry form.