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Trigger Finger

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Ephrata, PA
August 29, 2024
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I have had it on several fingers. Tried stretching, creams and heat/cold. Eventually had to do steroid injections. I had not tried compression gloves. Will check that out of it comes back. Good luck!

October 27, 2024
A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

I have this, particularly if I've veen pruning shrubs in the yard or otherwise using my hands in repetitive movements the day before. I find sleeping with gentle lightweight compression gloves helpful. Rub an anti-inflammation topical into them first. If theyre still problematic, and also helpful for dactylitis, wear them during the day too and do physical therapy movements and massage to keep the fingers from getting frozen into place. Hand/finger surgery is complicated and often makes it worse so it's a good idea not to ignore it or forgo the PT. It typically takes me 2-4 weeks doing this to get my hands back into working shape. πŸ™πŸ˜Œ

September 2, 2024
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Trigger finger, also known as stenosing tenosynovitis or trigger thumb, occurs when the tendons in your fingers become irritated and freeze in position. This condition is common in people with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and can lead to inflammation, making the tendons near your finger joints stiff and causing them to feel Show Full Answer

Trigger finger, also known as stenosing tenosynovitis or trigger thumb, occurs when the tendons in your fingers become irritated and freeze in position. This condition is common in people with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and can lead to inflammation, making the tendons near your finger joints stiff and causing them to feel "stuck."

Symptoms:
- Finger catching or locking in a bent position
- A bump or tenderness on the palm near the bottom of the affected finger
- Joint pain or swelling
- Most commonly affects the ring finger

Possible Treatments:
- Therapy: Resting the finger, stretching exercises, or wearing a splint or compression glove.
- NSAIDs: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen (Advil) or naproxen (Aleve).
- Steroid Injection: Corticosteroid injections to reduce inflammation.
- Dry Needling: Inserting a needle into the affected tissue to improve movement.
- Surgery: Trigger finger release surgery if conservative treatments don’t work.

Additional Notes:
- Trigger finger is more common among older adults and women.
- Activities requiring frequent gripping or forceful use of fingers can contribute to the condition.
- Consult your rheumatologist or doctor for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan.

For more detailed information, you can visit the source: [Psoriatic Arthritis and Trigger Finger: Causes and Symptoms | MyPsoriasisTeam](https://www.mypsoriasisteam.com/resources/psori...).

August 29, 2024

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