Common Symptoms of Trigger Finger and How to Address Them
If you suffer from trigger finger you may have a variety of symptoms to address. Depending on the severity of your symptoms and what else you have tried, surgery might be in order. Many with mild symptoms can avoid surgery through proper ergonomics and physical therapy. When these methods don’t work then surgery can help.
The symptoms of trigger finger range from mild to severe such as:
Finger stiffness, specifically during the morning
A clicking feeling as you move the finger
Finger locked in a bent position that you cannot straighten
Tenderness in the palm at […]
There are 2 types of surgeries to correct trigger finger:
percutaneous trigger finger release surgery
open trigger finger release surgery
Percutaneous Trigger Finger Release Surgery
In the of the open method of surgery, a local anesthetic is used; however, in place of making an incision in the palm, a needle is inserted into the bottom of the affected finger. The needle is used to cut through the ligament.
This surgery does not include an incision so you will not have a wound or scar. But, the treatment is a bit more dangerous compared to open surgery and may be less useful. Vital arteries and nerves […]
Also known as stenosing tenosynovitis, Trigger finger is a disease in which one of the fingers gets stuck in a twisted position. Your finger may unbend with a snap as a trigger being pulled and unrestricted.
Trigger finger takes place when inflammation narrows the space in the sheath around the tendon in the affected finger. In case this condition is severe, your finger may become locked in a twisted point.
People who are involved in repeated gripping actions are more prone to get this condition than others. It is also common in women and in those who suffer from diabetes. The cure […]
The carpal tunnel is a passageway through the wrist that carries tendons and one of the major nerves of the hand. Pressure may build up within this area as a result of conditions such as injury, rheumatoid arthritis, fluid retention during pregnancy, overuse or recurring motions. The pressure that would result on the nerve in the tunnel causes a tingling sensation in the hand, generally along with aching, numbness, and impaired hand function. This condition is called carpal tunnel syndrome.
Sometimes, splinting of the hand and anti-inflammatory medications can help to get over the issue. But if it does not help, […]
The carpal tunnel is a narrow passageway of ligament and bones at the base of your hand. It contains nerve and tendons. Sometimes, thickening from irritated tendons or other swelling narrows the tunnel and causes the nerve to be compressed in a condition called carpal tunnel syndrome (or median nerve entrapment).
Symptoms usually start gradually with numbness or tingling resulting in sharper pains in the wrist and hand. As the symptoms worsen, grasping objects can become difficult.
Often, the cause is having a smaller carpal tunnel than other people do. Other causes include performing tasks with repetitive motion (such as typing or […]
Melanoma: A skin cancer that is most often distinguished by its pigmented blackish or brownish coloration and irregular and ill-defined borders is the most serious form of skin cancer. It occurs in the deepest portion of the epidermis, and for this reason, melanoma is the most likely form of skin cancer to spread quickly in the skin and to other parts of the body.
Take some time this May to learn how to protect your skin and talk to your doctor about scheduling a skin cancer screening.
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons provides resources regarding types of skin cancers and treatment options […]
COSMOpen is a non-invasive way to help treat uneven pigmentation, scarring, wrinkles, stretch marks, large pores and signs of aging. It’s a state-of-the-art medical grade high-speed micro-needling system that can be used to treat acne and surgical scars—as well as wrinkles, stretch marks, pore size, and signs of aging. By vertically piercing the skin, COSMOPen helps naturally induce collagen production and treat pigmentation.
Micro-Needling, also called “Skin Needling” or “Collagen Induction Therapy” (CIT) is a medical aesthetic procedure that involves repeatedly puncturing the skin with tiny, sterile needles (micro-needling the skin) to induce endogenous production of cutaneous collagen. Queen City Plastic […]
A variety of procedures make up a Mommy Makeover, which is designed to help women regain their pre-pregnancy body. Two common procedures include a tummy tuck and breast enhancement. However, women are not limited to these choices. Some women find that they can benefit from other procedures such as:
Liposuction
Known by physicians as lipoplasty and “lipo” by patients, this procedure removes excess fat deposits by inserting a tube into a small incision and sucking out fat deposits. The procedure is designed to improve the body’s contour and proportion. Areas commonly affected by pregnancy where liposuction may be performed include the […]
After pregnancy, women notice changes to their bodies, especially in the abdomen and breast areas. Two common procedures that women pursue when having a Mommy Makeover- a series of procedures that addresses unwanted physical changes resulting from pregnancy- are tummy tucks and breast enhancement (lifts, reduction and augmentation). Read the information presented here to help decide if either or both procedures might be right for you.
Tummy Tuck
Even after losing weight post-pregnancy, excess skin can remain in the abdomen area. A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is a procedure that removes this loose skin and fat from the abdominal area. In […]
For many women, giving birth is one of the most empowering experiences of their lives. Welcoming a new baby (or more!) is a life-changing event.
Some women, however, may feel uncomfortable about how pregnancy affects their bodies. Skin stretches in many areas (abdomen, breasts, thighs for example) leading to stretch marks, sagging and fat deposits. These physical changes are completely normal, as are the negative feelings that may come with them.
To tackle the physical changes and self-consciousness, more and more women are choosing to have a “Mommy Makeover,” a combination of procedures designed to address unwanted physical effects of pregnancy. Example […]
