Trigger Finger Injection

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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).

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.

See Also

Hand and Wrist

Hand and Wrist Anatomy

Hand and Wrist Conditions

Hand and Wrist Procedures

Hand and Wrist Examination

Wrist Pain Differential Diagnoses

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