Trigger Finger
What is Trigger Finger?
Trigger finger, or TF, is a common condition in the United States with 800k people diagnosed annually.19 The condition is characterized by catching, snapping or locking as you flex or extend your fingers, causing pain, swelling and popping. Trigger finger occurs when inflammation or swelling creates a nodule within the tendon sheath and prohibits the flexor tendons from gliding smoothly underneath the pulley(s). In severe cases, the finger may become locked in a bent position.
Common Symptoms
Say goodbye to pain and discomfort
With the consultation of a physician, less severe symptoms of trigger finger can be treated in various ways without surgery. Splinting of the affected finger, NSAIDs to reduce inflammation, corticosteroid injection, hand therapy and exercises, or change in activity to reduce forceful or repetitive motions are common non-surgical alternatives for mild cases.
Surgical Treatments
Trigger finger can also be treated surgically with a procedure called trigger finger release (TFR). This procedure involves releasing the pulley of the affected finger to allow the tendon to glide more freely and may be recommended if non-surgical treatment options do not offer improvement. With the help of real-time ultrasound guidance, physicians can perform TFR through a minimally invasive approach to provide full mobility of your finger, with less scarring and a shorter recovery than traditional open trigger finger release surgeries.18
Find out if trigger finger release with UltraGuideTFRTM and real-time ultrasound guidance is right for you.
A small incision, typically closed without sutures
TFR with real-time ultrasound guidance can alleviate the pain and inconvenience of trigger finger and quickly have you back doing the day-to-day activities you love. Minimal scarring and immediate motion of the finger are some of the notable benefits.16-18
If you are ready for long-term relief then trigger finger release with UltraGuideTFR and real-time ultrasound guidance may be right for you. You don’t have to wait any longer to start enjoying the little things in life again. Regain mobility and say goodbye to pain and discomfort.
