How do you fix trigger finger?

Trigger finger can be fixed through various nonsurgical treatments commonly offered by chiropractors and wellness centers.

Does trigger finger heal on its own?

Trigger finger does not heal on its own. Instead, trigger finger often gets worse over time. If you are dealing with trigger finger, consider scheduling an appointment with a medical provider like Health in Balance to get your trigger finger treated.

What happens if you leave your trigger finger untreated?

If left untreated, the affected finger becomes more and more painful and stiff, and the tendon sheath may thicken or scar. This can lead to loss of range of motion or the finger locking in place.

Is trigger finger a form of arthritis?

No, trigger finger is not a form of arthritis. While they both cause pain and stiffness in the finger, the way they cause that pain and stiffness differs. Trigger finger affects the tendons and tendon sheaths in the finger, while arthritis affects the soft tissue that cushions the joints specifically.

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At Health in Balance, we understand how frustrating trigger finger can be. The affected digits may lock or catch in a bent position, making simple daily activities like gripping objects or typing difficult. Our personalized treatment plans aim to restore finger function and reduce pain—without medication, steroid injections, or surgery.

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Trigger Finger Treatment In Laguna Beach CA

What is Trigger Finger?

Trigger finger occurs when the flexor tendons or their surrounding sheaths in the fingers become inflamed, thickened, or irritated. This can happen in any finger, including the thumb, and can cause stiffness, snapping, or locking of the finger when bending or straightening. Early intervention helps prevent long-term restriction of movement and loss of function.

Common Causes of Trigger Finger

Understanding the potential causes of trigger finger can help you prevent it in the future. For those already experiencing trigger finger, it can be helpful to understand the causes in order to identify what may have caused your condition.

Trigger finger is often the result of one of a variety of factors:

Activities requiring frequent gripping or forceful hand use can irritate the tendons and sheath, causing inflammation and thickening.

Autoimmune inflammation can target joints and tendons, increasing the risk of tendon swelling in the fingers.

Elevated blood sugar can lead to glycation of tendon tissue, causing thickening and stiffness.

Chronic inflammation or deficiencies in minerals like magnesium can impair tendon health and contribute to trigger finger.

Trauma to the hand or fingers can cause scar tissue formation, improper healing, and increased risk of catching or locking.

What Symptoms Does Trigger Finger Cause?

Symptoms can vary but often include:

Snapping, popping, or catching sensation when moving the finger

Pain, stiffness, or soreness near the base of the affected finger

Swelling or a tender lump in the palm

Finger locking in a bent position

Effective Treatment Options for Trigger Finger in Laguna Beach, CA?

Health in Balance offers a range of treatments, each addressing different aspects of trigger finger:

Releases tight fascia and restores mobility in the hand and fingers.

The main treatment; stimulates blood flow, promotes healing of tendon tissue, and reduces inflammation.

Supports tissue repair and reduces inflammation when used with Shockwave.

Breaks down scar tissue and adhesions to improve tendon gliding and reduce stiffness.

"I have been coming to Health in Balance for many years, but most recently, I was experiencing "trigger thumb." I couldn't use my hand to do normal things like open a bottle or use my tools, so Dr. Lisa recommended I try their shockwave treatment. After just 3 sessions, I got full use of my hand back! I went from a 10/10 pain level to a 0. I'm now back to working on my special projects. Not only has this treatment given me back the ability to do the things I love, but I cannot say enough about the staff at Health in Balance. They are not only professionals, but also my friends! To anybody on the fence about coming in to Health in Balance, I say this: Jump off!"

Don S.

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FAQs About Trigger Finger Treatment

Most cases respond well to non-invasive therapies like Shockwave with PEMF, manual therapy, and stretching exercises guided by a doctor.

Mild cases sometimes improve with rest or ergonomic adjustments, but many benefit from targeted therapy to avoid long-term stiffness.

The finger may become permanently stuck in a bent position, reduce grip strength, and interfere with daily activities.

Not directly, though conditions like rheumatoid arthritis increase risk due to chronic tendon inflammation.

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