Meet Our Trigger Finger Specialists
Our team of fellowship-trained hand and upper extremity surgeons has extensive experience diagnosing and treating Trigger Finger. They are committed to exploring all suitable options to help you find relief and regain hand function.
Understanding Trigger Finger
Trigger finger, also known as stenosing tenosynovitis, is a condition that causes one or more fingers or your thumb to get stuck in a bent position. It happens when the tendon sheath around the affected finger becomes inflamed and narrowed, making it difficult for the tendon to slide smoothly. This can lead to a “catching” or “locking” sensation when you try to straighten your finger, often with a snapping sound, much like pulling the trigger on a gun.
Common Symptoms of Trigger Finger
- Catching or locking: A popping or snapping sensation when you try to bend or straighten your finger.
- Pain: Tenderness or pain at the base of the affected finger or thumb, especially when gripping or bending.
- Stiffness: The finger may feel stiff, particularly in the morning.
- Lump: A tender lump (nodule) might be felt in the palm at the base of the affected finger.
- Finger stuck in bent position: In severe cases, the finger may become permanently bent.

Personalized Treatment, Specialized in Your Care
At Vero Orthopaedics, your journey to recovery is our priority. We take a patient-centered approach, developing a personalized treatment plan that aligns with your unique needs and goals. Our commitment to utilizing the latest medical expertise, combined with our expert care, ensures you receive the best possible outcome.

Trigger Finger Release
When conservative methods such as rest, splinting, anti-inflammatory medications, or corticosteroid injections do not provide sufficient relief, surgical intervention may be considered. The goal of trigger finger release surgery is to widen the opening of the tendon sheath, allowing the tendon to glide freely and restoring normal finger movement.
- Open Trigger Finger Release: Traditionally performed through a small incision in the palm, allowing the surgeon to directly visualize and cut a portion of the constricted tendon sheath. This relieves the pressure on the tendon, enabling smooth movement.
- Percutaneous Trigger Finger Release: A minimally invasive technique performed through a very small puncture in the skin. The surgeon uses a needle or a small blade to divide the constricted part of the tendon sheath. This method may offer reduced scarring and a quicker recovery time for suitable candidates.
Personalized Treatment,
Specialized in Your Care.

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