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Trigger Finger Injection
Indication Trigger finger
Syringe 1mL
Needle 25G 16mm
Steroid 10mg triamcinolone
Local 0.25mL 2% lidocaine
Volume 0.5mL


For the treatment of trigger finger

Procedure

Inject into the palmar surface of the hand, toward the pulley at the base of the finger (A1 pulley) and maximal point of tenderness (or the nodule, if palpable).

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Aftercare

Consider a finger splint to rest the finger for a few days after the injection. Success occurs in up to 75%, and may be effective for up to 3 months. Consider surgery if severe symptoms and failed trial of the above treatment.

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References

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