5 Signs You May Have Trigger Finger: What to Look For
Trigger finger is a condition that affects the fingers and can be quite painful. It is where the flexor tendons in the finger become inflamed, leading to pain, stiffness, and difficulty in moving the affected digit.
Top 5 symptoms of trigger finger:
If you have trigger finger, you may notice one or more of the following symptoms:
1. Finger stiffness: The affected finger may feel stiff and be difficult to bend or straighten.
2. Pain: Pain or tenderness may occur at the base of the affected finger or thumb.
3. Clicking or popping: A clicking or popping sound may occur when you move the affected finger.
4. Finger locking: The affected finger may get stuck in a bent or straight position and require manual straightening or bending.
5. Swelling: The affected finger or thumb may be swollen or appear larger than normal.
