Trigger Finger Release
Care Before the Procedure
- Inform the doctor about medications, allergies, and prior hand conditions.
- Keep the hand clean and free from lotions or ointments.
- Arrange transportation if sedation or anesthesia is planned.
- Discuss expected outcomes and recovery timeline with the surgeon.
Care During the Procedure
- Procedure performed under local anesthesia for comfort and safety.
- A1 pulley is cut to free tendon motion.
- Monitor hand function and vital signs during surgery.
- Maintain a sterile environment to prevent infection.
Care After the Procedure
- Begin gentle finger movement as advised to prevent stiffness.
- Keep the wound clean and dry, following dressing instructions.
- Perform scar massage once healing permits to improve mobility.
- Monitor for swelling, redness, or signs of infection.
Eligibility
- Patients with painful, locking fingers unresponsive to conservative therapy.
- Individuals with functional limitations affecting daily tasks or work.
- People with repeated finger catching or triggering episodes.
- Those seeking surgical correction for rapid and durable finger function restoration.
- Inform the doctor about medications, allergies, and prior hand conditions.
- Keep the hand clean and free from lotions or ointments.
- Arrange transportation if sedation or anesthesia is planned.
- Discuss expected outcomes and recovery timeline with the surgeon.
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KIMSHEALTH’s Department of Orthopaedic Surgery offers internationally recognised, multidisciplinary care for all musculoskeletal problems. Using minimally invasive techniques ranging from endoscopic spine surgery to robotic joint replacement, our surgeons develop a treatment plan customised for each patient by working closely with anaesthesia, rehabilitation, and other specialists. We manage complex trauma and fractures with a dedicated 24/7 trauma ICU, provide limb reconstruction (including Ilizarov techniques) and perform microsurgical reimplantation for severe limb injuries. We cover arthroscopy and sports-injury care, hand and microvascular surgery, paediatric orthopaedics and scoliosis correction, plus specialist clinics for back pain, osteoporosis and arthritis.
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