A trigger finger is a condition where one finger gets stuck in a bent position. It can or cannot get straightened with a sudden snap. The fingers that are most prone to get affected are the thumb and ring finger. However, there is no specific finger involved, and it could be any finger. 

A person gets a trigger finger when the tendons controlling the finger cannot glide conveniently in the sheath around it. This can also be triggered if a part of the tendon sheath gets swollen or tiny lumps are formed. 

Trigger finger or gamer’s thumb is most common in women of about 50 years of age. People who have diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, or low thyroid function in their bodies are more prone to get a trigger finger. 

Although the condition is not very uncommon, its treatments are readily available in the healthcare industry. The treatments that can help with the trigger finger are steroid injections, surgery, or splinting.

With the symptoms lying in front of them, the professionals can easily make out the problem. If they do not, they might ask you questions to determine what kind of treatment can be most helpful. 

Treatments for trigger finger may include-

• Medications
• Therapy like stretching exercises, a splint, or taking rest
• Surgical procedures like surgery, steroid injections, and needle procedure. 

The trigger fingers can be conveniently and effectively treated with the proper treatment. 

How can Vita Fitness & Physical Therapy help?

We are here with a team of experts who can help you get rid of the trigger finger by indulging you in the best therapies. Vita Fitness & Physical Therapy have enough experience and understanding of physical therapy and the need for fitness. We help you to manage your body problems without any surgical methods.