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Trigger finger
A condition in which a finger gets stuck in a bent position and then snaps straight.
Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this
41 years experience
Is a type of:
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How common it is:
Preteen 6-13 | |||||
Teenager 14-18 | Common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Very common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common | ||||
Senior 60+ | Very common |
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Is there a natural way to heal a swollen trigger finger?
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What is the average cost of trigger finger release surgery?
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Is there a non-invasive or home treatment for trigger finger?
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I want to know if anyone else suffers from trigger finger symptoms?
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I have trigger finger. Why does my finger loosen when they are used?
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If the trigger finger is not operated, what sort of complications will I face?
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A 41-year old female asked:
I also have trigger fingers that are really painful and get stuck medication is not working?
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I get a weekly deep 90 min. body massage. Should I have him more gently massage my trigger finger?
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Is trigger finger always congential in 12 year olds? Can it be due to overuse? My sons dr. say it can't.
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A 35-year old female asked:
Can trigger finger in one finger lead to minor swelling in another at the base which might lead to devloping another trigger finger?
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