Trigger Finger Surgery

Symptoms of Trigger Finger

Trigger finger - also known as stenosing tenosynovitis - occurs when a tendon sheath becomes inflamed and narrowed, causing the finger to catch or lock. It can affect any finger, including the thumb (trigger thumb surgery is also performed by Mr Mistry).

Signs include:

• A finger that locks or clicks when bending or straightening

• Pain or tenderness at the base of the affected finger

• A nodule or lump at the base of the finger in the palm

• Stiffness, especially in the morning

• Difficulty with gripping, writing, or using the hand normally

When steroid injections haven't provided lasting relief, or if the finger is locked, trigger finger release surgery is the most effective permanent solution.

Trigger Finger Release surgery - What to expect

Trigger finger surgery is a quick, straightforward procedure performed under local anaesthetic. Mr Mistry makes a small incision at the base of the affected finger to divide the constricted tendon sheath, allowing the tendon to glide freely again. Most patients notice an immediate improvement in movement.

Surgery for Trigger Thumb

Trigger thumb surgery follows the same principle - releasing the tight sheath to restore free movement. Recovery times are comparable to trigger finger surgery.