กิจกรรมในชีวิตประจำวันลดความเสี่ยงโรคนิ้วล็อค

Abstract

 Trigger finger comes from an activity that requires repetitive gripping actions causes a tendon sheath to become inflamed and thickened. Inflamed sheath causes pain while moving the fingers, makes it difficult to bend or straighten the fingers. In severe case, the fingers may become locked, which the patient must use another hand to straighten the fingers. These symptoms affect hand conditions, which interfere with daily activities, such as writing, tooth brushing, and eating. Moreover, the inability to perform normally could affect patient’s careers, such as gardeners and tailors. Symptoms may return after treated by medications, steroid injections or surgery if patient lifestyle and activities remain the same as previous. Therefore, knowing trigger finger self-care and changing certain daily activities is essential, to prevent and avoid inducing trigger fingers. These can also help people who are at risk for trigger finger look after themselves.