Trigger Finger Treatment in Hyderabad
Is your finger clicking, catching, or getting stuck in a bent position? Get expert treatment for trigger finger from a fellowship-trained hand surgeon at Apollo Hospitals Financial District.
10-15 minutes
95%+ relief
₹25,000 - ₹45,000
What is Trigger Finger?
Trigger finger (stenosing tenosynovitis) is a common condition where the finger catches or locks when you try to bend or straighten it. It occurs when the tendon sheath at the base of the finger becomes inflamed and thickened, causing the tendon to catch as it moves through the narrowed tunnel.
The condition gets its name from the triggering or snapping sensation that occurs when the finger suddenly releases from its locked position. It most commonly affects the ring finger and thumb (trigger thumb), but any finger can be involved. Multiple fingers may be affected simultaneously.
In Hyderabad, trigger finger is frequently seen in patients with diabetes, those performing repetitive hand activities, and women over 40. Dr. Deepthi Nandan Reddy at Apollo Hospitals offers both non-surgical and surgical treatment options based on severity.
Symptoms of Trigger Finger
• Morning stiffness in the affected finger
• Painful clicking when bending finger
• Tender nodule at base of finger in palm
• Catching sensation that releases with a snap
• Finger locks in bent position
• Unable to straighten without using other hand
• Constant pain at the palm or finger base
• Multiple fingers affected simultaneously
Grading: Trigger finger is classified from Grade 1 (pain and catching) to Grade 4 (fixed locked finger). Early treatment is more effective – don't wait until your finger is permanently locked.
Treatment Options in Hyderabad
- Splinting: Night splint to keep finger straight, reduces morning stiffness
- Activity modification: Avoid repetitive gripping activities
- Steroid injection: Injected into tendon sheath, 50-70% success rate with one injection, can be repeated up to 3 times
Surgery is recommended when:
- Injections fail to provide lasting relief
- Finger is locked and cannot be straightened
- Diabetic patients (higher injection failure rate)
- Multiple fingers affected
Procedure: A small incision (1cm) is made at the base of the finger. The A1 pulley is released, allowing the tendon to glide freely. Surgery takes 10-15 minutes under local anaesthesia.
Success rate: Over 95%. Immediate relief from locking.
Recovery After Surgery
Same Day
Go home immediately, use hand for light activities
Early Recovery
Suture removal, normal hand use
Full Recovery
Return to all activities including sports
Complete Healing
Scar maturation, full strength
Trigger Finger Treatment Cost in Hyderabad
Cost Range
- Steroid Injection₹2,000 - ₹4,000
- Single Finger Release₹25,000 - ₹35,000
- Multiple Fingers₹35,000 - ₹45,000
Includes
- • Surgeon fees
- • Local anaesthesia
- • Day care facility charges
- • Post-op dressing and medications
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes trigger finger?+
Trigger finger is caused by inflammation and thickening of the flexor tendon sheath at the base of the finger. This creates a mismatch between the tendon and its tunnel, causing catching and locking. Risk factors include diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, repetitive gripping, and age over 40.
How much does trigger finger surgery cost in Hyderabad?+
Trigger finger release surgery in Hyderabad typically costs between ₹25,000 to ₹45,000. This includes surgeon fees, hospital charges, and local anaesthesia. The procedure is done as day care surgery at Apollo Hospitals Financial District.
Can trigger finger be cured without surgery?+
Mild trigger finger can often be treated with splinting and steroid injections, with success rates of 50-70%. However, if symptoms persist after 2-3 injections or if there is locked finger, surgery is recommended. Dr. Reddy evaluates each case individually.
How long does trigger finger surgery take?+
Trigger finger release surgery takes only 10-15 minutes and is performed under local anaesthesia. You can go home immediately after the procedure. Most patients can use their hand for light activities the same day.
Will trigger finger come back after surgery?+
Recurrence after surgical release is very rare, occurring in less than 3% of cases. The surgery involves cutting the A1 pulley to permanently release the tendon. Success rate is over 95%.
YOUR TREATING SURGEON
Dr. Deepthi Nandan Reddy
Senior Consultant Orthopaedic & Upper-Limb Surgeon | Apollo Hospitals
Learn From Dr. Reddy
Watch expert explanations of conditions and treatment options
Understanding Rotator Cuff Injuries
Tennis Elbow Pain - Causes & Treatment
Shoulder Instability Explained
Why Choose Dr. Deepthi Nandan Reddy?
International fellowship training combined with decades of experience delivering world-class upper limb care
UK CCT
Certificate of Completion of Training - One of few Indian surgeons with NHS Consultant experience
FRCS (UK)
Fellow of Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh & UK
Mayo Clinic Fellow
British Shoulder & Elbow Society - Mayo Clinic Travelling Fellowship
SESI President
President, Shoulder & Elbow Society of India
30+ Years Experience
15,000+ patients treated, 5,000+ surgeries performed
Published Researcher
Co-author of Operative Elbow Surgery, international conference faculty
Dr. Reddy's Specialty Clinics
Comprehensive Upper Limb Care
Continue Learning