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Trigger Finger Release

Trigger Finger (also known as stenosing tenosynovitis) occurs when the tendon that bends your finger becomes irritated or swollen. This inflammation prevents smooth movement, causing the finger to click, lock, or become painful when bending or straightening.
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About Trigger Finger Release Surgery

Trigger Finger Release Surgery is performed to relieve pain, stiffness, and locking of the affected finger or thumb. The tendon passes through a tunnel called the “pulley.” When this pulley becomes too tight due to inflammation, the tendon cannot glide smoothly.

By carefully releasing this pulley under local anaesthetic, pressure is removed, allowing the tendon to move freely again. Most patients experience immediate relief from locking, with full comfort returning as the swelling settles.

Trigger Finger Release Prices

Trigger finger release at Signature Clinic starts from £1995, which includes your consultation, the procedure, and comprehensive aftercare.

Trigger Finger Release In Detail

  • Immediate improvement in locking and clicking
  • Reduction of pain and stiffness
  • Improved hand function and grip
  • Quick day-case procedure under local anaesthetic
  • Short recovery with minimal downtime
  • Affects 2–3% of adults, more common in those with repetitive hand use
  • Can involve any finger or thumb
  • Most cases resolve quickly after release
  • Procedure takes less than 30 minutes
  • Performed safely as a walk-in walk-out surgery
  • Local anaesthetic is applied to the treatment area
  • A small incision is made in the palm
  • The tight pulley (A1 pulley) causing the blockage is released
  • The incision is closed with simple stitches
  • You can move your fingers immediately after treatment
  • Avoid heavy gripping for 1–2 weeks
  • Keep the dressing clean and dry
  • Gentle finger movements are encouraged immediately
  • Stitches are removed around 10–14 days
  • Full recovery typically within 6–8 weeks

Trigger Finger – At a Glance

Surgery Time:

20–30 Minutes

Return to Work:

1-2 Weeks

Full Recovery:
6–8 Weeks
Price:
£1995 per finger
Anaesthesia:
Local Anaesthesia

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Trigger Finger Release FAQs

All our treatments are performed under local anaesthesia.
Most patients return to normal daily activities within 1–2 weeks, with full recovery in 6–8 weeks.
Yes – most patients notice the locking and clicking disappear straight after surgery.
No. Local anaesthetic ensures the area is completely numb throughout.
Recurrence is uncommon after surgical release.