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Dudley, UK

I've had trigger finger for years, but this has now spread from just my ring fingers (both hands) to fore and middle fingers (both hands). I had steroid injections on Friday to try and reduce this, which normally works. However, waking this morning three of my four fingers are still locking. Does anyone have any advice on how to reduce the symptoms?

June 29, 2025
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A MySpondylitisTeam Member

@A MySpondylitisTeam Member. Well.... realizing it sounds much more horrifying than it is, i have Carpal Tunnel, Dupuytren's Contracture, and trigger finger in both hands. I haven't tried injections yet. Let me know if it kicks in please. Steroid injections, and tablets, anywhere typically take about 4 days to kick in. I rub a strong topical relief cream into my hands then put lightweight compression Copper Fit gloves on, even in hot FL summers. These gloves are like a second skin with or without fingertips, and have a gripping material on the under side to help with opening and closing things.

June 29, 2025
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While trigger finger isn't directly addressed in the search results, there are some general pain management techniques that may help reduce symptoms:

- Apply ice packs to reduce swelling and discomfort
- Use gentle stretching exercises when not in a flare
- Try a TENS unit for temporary pain relief
- Consider physical Show Full Answer

While trigger finger isn't directly addressed in the search results, there are some general pain management techniques that may help reduce symptoms:

- Apply ice packs to reduce swelling and discomfort
- Use gentle stretching exercises when not in a flare
- Try a TENS unit for temporary pain relief
- Consider physical therapy with a trained therapist It's important to:

1. Track your triggers to identify what may be worsening symptoms
2. Get adequate rest while maintaining some movement
3. Speak with your rheumatologist if previously effective treatments (like steroid injections) are no longer working as expected
4. Consider whether environmental factors like weather changes might be affecting your symptoms

June 29, 2025

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