6. Surgery
Surgery of the hand may sometimes lead to a trigger finger and this might be temporary or permanent.
For instance, a similar condition is a carpal tunnel, which likewise is caused by pain and irritation affecting the tendons that control the fingers. If you have carpal tunnel, then you might require surgery in order to restore normal movement and reduce the pain.
However, while this can be effective at improving the carpal tunnel, any surgery can occasionally cause complications. In this instance, it might lead to irritation of the tendons or damage to the tendon sheath – either of which can then, in turn, lead to trigger finger.
It’s normal to feel stiff and experience discomfort following any surgery. However, if this discomfort seems to go on for a long time without getting any better, then you should speak with a consultant. Likewise, you might also be able to benefit from painkillers and/or steroid injections in the short term.