Trigger finger or stenosing tenosynovitis is a prevalent condition arising from the repetitive use of the fourth finger and thumb. This results in significant functional impairment and tenosynovitis within the flexor sheaths of both the fingers and thumb. The development of trigger finger is attributed to a narrowing of flexor pulley sheaths, accompanied by hypertrophy and inflammation at the tendon-sheath interface, leading to the formation of nodules on the tendon. Although trigger finger classically involves the A1 pulley sheath located at the metacarpophalangeal joint, which is the proximal section of the tendon sheath, it can also occur at A2 (proximal interphalangeal joint) or A3 (distal interphalangeal joint).The etiology of trigger finger is multifaceted and can be associated with specific comorbid diseases, such as diabetes, amyloidosis, carpal tunnel syndrome, gout, thyroid disease, and rheumatoid arthritis, in adults. Traumatic forces lead to hypertrophy and inflammation of the tendon and its sheath, resulting in catching and locking sensations due to the inability to slide smoothly within its sheath. Ultrasound is the preferred imaging modality for evaluating this condition. Trigger finger can be managed either by nonsurgical approaches, such as steroid injection and splinting, or surgical interventions. The activity explores the pathophysiology, risk factors, and clinical presentation of trigger finger, highlighting its frequent occurrence attributed to the repetitive use of the fourth finger and thumb. This activity enhances the proficiency of interprofessional healthcare providers by providing them with the latest skills to evaluate and manage trigger finger, as well as to deliver well-coordinated care and optimize patient outcomes.
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- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
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- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
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- Specialty: Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, General Orthopaedics, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Hand Surgery, Internal Medicine, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Pediatric Rheumatology, Rheumatology, Soft Tissue & Bone, Surgery of the Hand