Trigger finger
A finger or thumb that catches or locks when you bend it, often with a tender lump at the base of the finger. The tendon catches as it slides through its sheath.
Common triggers
- Repetitive forceful gripping
- Diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis
- Postmenopausal hormonal changes
When to seek care
- Locking that needs the other hand to release the finger
- Pain that limits daily tasks
- Symptoms that persist after splinting and rest
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Related care
Splints often used
If conservative care is not enough
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Sources
- Trigger Finger — AAOS OrthoInfo(accessed 2026-04-22)