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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