What Is Trigger Finger?

By albert

Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky

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7. Diet and Lifestyle to Ease Trigger Finger

Trigger finger mainly occurs due to inflammation. It follows that consuming foods with anti-inflammatory properties may help lower inflammation and therefore reduce occurrence of trigger finger. Common anti-inflammatory foods include broccoli and other leafy green vegetables, seaweed, asparagus, blueberries, cranberries, oranges, watermelon, grapes, turmeric, black pepper, cinnamon, apples, chamomile tea, cloves, rosemary cumin, sage, mint, and thyme. These foods contain anti-inflammatory compounds that soothe and prevent inflammation. At the same time, avoid or reduce intake of foods with inflammatory properties like fatty fast foods, sugar, alcohol, dairy, meat, and poultry.

Additionally, regular exercises involving the fingers can help in recovery and prevention of trigger finger. The exercises are aimed at improving the range of motion and strengthening the fingers and the tendons, thereby supporting recovery and reducing the risk of trigger finger. The exercises include stretching, abduction, grasping and massaging the fingers and the hands. It is worth noting that regular use of diet and exercise is necessary to achieve the desired results.