Conservative care for trigger finger after steroid shots
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study looks at non-surgical (conservative) treatment options for trigger finger after you’ve already had a cortisone shot in the affected finger(s). It may help determine what approach works best to reduce symptoms without more invasive procedures.
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Who can take part
- Be 18 years old or older
- Have trigger finger (a finger that catches or locks when you bend it)
- Have already received a cortisone (steroid) injection for the affected finger(s)
- Do not have rheumatoid arthritis
- Be able to give informed consent (no major thinking/memory/behavior issues) and be able to speak and understand English
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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