<<forEachTiddler where 'tiddler.tags.contains(context.inTiddler.title)' sortBy tiddler.title ascending write '"*[["+tiddler.title+"]]\n"'>> <<tiddler AutoRefresh with: force>> common condition associated with abnormal flexion of the digits. caused by disparity between size of tendon and pulleys through which they pass. simple terms - tendon 'sticks' and cannot pass smoothly through the pulley. ''Associations'' - mostly idiopathic women > men rheumatoid arthritis diabetes mellitus ??repetitive use (poor evidence) ''Features'' > thumb, middle, or ring finger initially stiffness and snapping ('trigger') when extending a flexed digit nodule may be felt at the base of the affected finger ''Management'' steroid injection is successful in majority of patients. A finger splint may be applied afterwards surgery for those not responded to steroid injections