TRIGGER FINGER, ITS CAUSE AND MECHANISM.

Trigger finger genetics and its tendon pathology

The pathogenesis of trigger finger has generally been ascribed to primary changes in the first annular ligament. In contrast, we recently found histological changes in the tendons, similar to the findings in Achilles tendinosis. When we looked further for more similarities we found differences in gene expression in the trigger finger tendons in comparison to normal tendons, in a pattern similar...

Trigger Finger

Introduction Materials and Method Operative procedure Statistical Methods Results Discussion References Abstract Background: Trigger finger (stenosing tenosynovitis) is a common problem encountered in orthopaedic practice. There are various methods of treatment ranging from conservative management to surgical release. Aim: To determine effectiveness of corticosteroid injection and percutaneous ...

Tendinosis in Trigger Finger

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Congenital Trigger Finger

A 4-month-old boy, first in birth order, born by spontaneous vaginal birth at full term, was brought with a complaint of flexion deformity of the left ring finger. His mother stated that the deformity had been noticed by the primary care physician during routine neonatal check-up at birth. There was no history of peri-natal trauma, infections, or rheumatologic / metabolic disorders and developm...

Surgical Decompression of Trigger Finger