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ikkivan
Gabber Extraordinaire
USA
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 Posted - 03/05/2012 : 1:10:44 PM
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The posts I have found concerning "trigger finger" from my searches have been at least several years old, so I am wondering if anyone else has had this problem recently and how it was treated.
I have developed this condition in the ring finger of my right hand, and it looks as if my little finger (same hand) is on its way there, too. I do plan to go to doctor soon (same doctor who did my carpal tunnel surgery) about it, but am just wondering what experiences others have had.
Although I knit both ways, I prefer English lever-style, so suspected this to be the cause of the finger problem. I switched to Continental, but unfortunately, I still use those two fingers (ring finger and little finger) in much the same way when using the needle in my right hand, regardless of which hand holds the yarn.
I'd appreciate knowing what to expect.
Donna, with intentions always bigger than her available time. (OkieDokieKnitter on Ravelry) |
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Catlover
Gabber Extraordinaire
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Posted - 03/05/2012 : 4:05:06 PM
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| My experience is from several years ago, so I don't know if there are any new techniques. For me the surgery was the only option that worked. I had the surgery after two cortisone shots and 12 sessions of hand therapy. The surgery went well and recovery was largely pain free and very fast. I was able to knit within a few days and have had no further problems with that finger. Unfortunately I have other problems in both hands, so I still have issues. Of course you need to make your own individual decision, but I would encourage you not be afraid of the surgery if that turns out to be the best option for you. |
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ikkivan
Gabber Extraordinaire
USA
429 Posts |
Posted - 05/29/2012 : 5:24:12 PM
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Well, I'm scheduled for the surgery in June and actually looking forward to it, as I'm having a lot of pain right now in my right hand. What I'm thrilled to learn, though, is that the doctor talked as if it is doubtful it was caused by knitting ... knitting may have aggravated it, but it was more likely the result of an injury to my hand from another source. Shouldn't be nearly as bothersome as the carpal tunnel surgery and I won't even need a brace, only a Band-Aid after the first bandage is removed two days after the outpatient surgery!
Donna, with intentions always bigger than her available time. (OkieDokieKnitter on Ravelry) |
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robinstephanie
Seriously Hooked
USA
878 Posts |
Posted - 05/29/2012 : 5:42:58 PM
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Congratulations, Donna, that's a big step. So glad to hear knitting didn't do it and that the post-surgical recovery won't be too bad. Onwards towards more knitting!
Robinsteph
Different is good. ~Matthew Hoover |
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eldergirl
Permanent Resident
USA
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Posted - 05/29/2012 : 7:46:59 PM
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Yes, that is a relief, isn't it? good luck with everything, Donna, and let us know how you get on!
Best wishes,
Anna
Life is beautiful. |
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Catlover
Gabber Extraordinaire
370 Posts |
Posted - 05/30/2012 : 11:27:12 AM
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Glad to hear you've reached a decision you are comfortable with. Not only did knitting not cause my trigger finger, but my doctor wanted me to continue knitting. A year after I had the trigger surgery, I had a DeQuervain's release on the other hand. I was able to knit a baby sweater for my doctor's coming baby between my follow-up appointments. She's been very encouraging about my knitting due to my osteoarthritis.
Best wishes for a successful surgery and fast recovery. |
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crafty1mjw@comcast.net
Seriously Hooked
USA
855 Posts |
Posted - 05/30/2012 : 5:03:41 PM
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Hang in there, Donna! We're all with you & hope for a safe & speedy recovery from your surgery!
craftymjw
Keep on knitting!
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ikkivan
Gabber Extraordinaire
USA
429 Posts |
Posted - 06/19/2012 : 07:36:42 AM
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Well, here I am after the "trigger-release" surgery yesterday (I believe that was the description), hunting and pecking on the keyboard. My right hand (and I am SO right-handed) is a huge bandaged club with only fingertips protruding, but I can wiggle all my fingers and there has been so little pain (certainly no more than before the procedure) that I tore up the prescription for pain pills, as I don't really like those things in my house.
Anyway, this monstrous wad is to come off tomorrow morning to be replaced by a Bandaid! I already tried to knit (both ways) and actually COULD knit, but it was so slow and awkward that I finished one row and took up my Kindle instead.
I am so looking forward to using my right hand without pain ... peaches are ready to be processed.
Donna, with intentions always bigger than her available time. (OkieDokieKnitter on Ravelry) |
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Shalee
Permanent Resident
USA
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Posted - 06/19/2012 : 09:21:46 AM
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Donna, that is great to hear you are doing well. My tendon sheath slit surgery, for de Quervains disease, is tomorrow and I too will be changed to a bandaid the next day! My doctor wants me to continue knitting to "keep the hand limber", she says.
Isn't it wonderful that we live in an era with such medical advances!
Sharon in NW PA
I always wanted my own library but I didn't realize it would be all knitting books!
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Catlover
Gabber Extraordinaire
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Posted - 06/19/2012 : 10:22:20 AM
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| What good news, Donna! I'm sure you'll be back to using your hand normally very quickly. If I'd had my Kindle when I had my surgery, I would have used it a lot during recovery. Of course, the recovery was so fast I probably wouldn't have accomplished a great deal of reading. |
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Grand-moogi
Seriously Hooked
Australia
773 Posts |
Posted - 06/20/2012 : 06:09:22 AM
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This is great to read of a surgical procedure and such a speedy recovery. Now if I could only knit with my feet!
I knit a hug into every stitch |
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Shalee
Permanent Resident
USA
2024 Posts |
Posted - 06/20/2012 : 4:38:42 PM
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A knitting husband, on a past posting, can't remember which site, tensions with his toes.
Sharon in NW PA
I always wanted my own library but I didn't realize it would be all knitting books!
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robinstephanie
Seriously Hooked
USA
878 Posts |
Posted - 06/21/2012 : 08:52:33 AM
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Donna, so glad you are done with surgery and all is going well. Hope it went even better yesterday and that you were able to get a decent bit of knitting in.
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A knitting husband, on a past posting, can't remember which site, tensions with his toes.
Awesome. Would pay to see. But I bet he doesn't knit on the bus much.
Robinsteph
Different is good. ~Matthew Hoover |
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Deborah Tomasello
Warming Up
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Posted - 06/22/2012 : 06:11:07 AM
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| I also use my toes for tension. I cannot get tension even when knitting colorwork with both hands. Enter; toes. Perfect solution. (I always knew they had to be good for something besides awesome polish!) |
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Grand-moogi
Seriously Hooked
Australia
773 Posts |
Posted - 06/23/2012 : 05:53:47 AM
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Hey we wanna see this. Picture please please please???
I knit a hug into every stitch |
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robinstephanie
Seriously Hooked
USA
878 Posts |
Posted - 06/23/2012 : 11:42:31 AM
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Yes, I'm with Grand-Moogi: Toe tension picture, please please!?
Robinsteph
Different is good. ~Matthew Hoover |
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Any new trigger finger therapy?
