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What is trigger finger?

Trigger finger is a hand condition that can cause catching, locking, pain, or difficulty smoothly bending and straightening a finger.
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What is trigger finger?

Trigger finger is a hand condition that can cause catching, locking, pain, or difficulty smoothly bending and straightening a finger.

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Condition listing

Trigger finger is one of the hand conditions treated by IOI.

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Care options

Depending on severity, evaluation may lead to splinting, injections, therapy, or a release procedure when appropriate.

Your surgeon or care team can confirm what applies to your situation.

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