Trigger Finger

Trigger Finger

Also known as stenosing tenosynovitis, trigger finger is a condition characterized by painful locking of fingers. If the condition strikes your thump, it is known as trigger thumb.Trigger finger and trigger thumb are common in people with work or hobbies that require a lot of gripping. Women and diabetics are also at a higher risk of developing the conditions.

Causes of Tigger Finger

Trigger finger stems repetitive gripping. It can also be born from inflammation of tendons, a group of tissues that binds muscles and bones found in your thumps or fingers.

Symptoms of Trigger Finger

 The common symptoms of trigger finger include;

  • Nodular swelling, especially at the base of the affected finger
  • Stiffness in the affected finger
  • A clicking sensation when you try moving the finger

The Relationship between Trigger Finger and Statin Therapy

Statin therapy triggers the release of matrix metalloproteinase, increasing the risk of trigger finger.

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