Trigger finger

Background

• Tenosynovitis of the flexor sheath of the finger as a result of repetitive use

Treatment

1. Conservative therapy
   1. rest
   2. NSAIDs
   3. immobilization (buddy tape or finger splint)
2. Refractory cases may require steroid injection or surgery

See Also

• Hand Non-Fracture DDx

Source

• Tintinalli
• Atlas of Emergency Medicine