How can trigger finger be managed?
Patient: Hi, I am a 72 year old woman and have noticed that my right ring finger is becoming trigger like while I am sleeping and in the morning it snaps back. I have a little arthritis is sever joints in my fingers on both hands. I am a vet. Should I seek help with my VA doc to treat this condition. Will it get worse? Is there anything I can take to stop or slow the progression? Doctor: Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.  I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.  Trigger finger if mild can be managed with the help of a splint. In case it is persistent then surgery will help.   Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal