Trigger Finger Flashcards
1
Q
What is the cause of trigger finger?
A
Idiopathic in most cases.
(It is not thought to be due repetitive use)
2
Q
What conditions is it associated with?
A
- RA
- Diabetes mellitus
3
Q
Is it more common in men or women?
A
It is more common in women than men.
4
Q
Which digits is it more common in?
A
Thumb, middle and ring
(Think rock God Devil sign)
5
Q
How is it managed?
A
- Steroid injections +/- finger splint.
- Surgery if not responding to steroid injections.
