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Non-Surgical Orthopedics

TRIGGER FINGER TREATMENT

Serving the greater Phoenix Valley Area including Peoria, Sun City, Glendale, Maricopa County and beyond.

Dedicated to Medical Excellence for Over 15 Years.

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OVERVIEW

ABOUT TRIGGER FINGER TREATMENT

It ight seem strange to some people. When you go to straighten your finger and it won't, then it releases all at once with a pop you can feel. That's trigger finger. In a bad case, the finger locks bent, and you end up prying it straight with your other hand.

The cause is a swollen tendon. The tendon that curls your finger runs through a snug tunnel called a sheath. When it gets irritated and puffs up, it stops sliding cleanly and hangs up in that tunnel. That hang-up is the pop and the lock you feel.

Some things make it more likely. Repetitive gripping, from tools, gardening, or a steering wheel. Diabetes raises the odds a good bit, and so does arthritis. Mornings are usually worst, when the finger has stiffened overnight and the first few bends hang up hard.

Most cases don't need surgery. At Modern Medicine of Peoria, AZ, we settle the tendon down and get the finger gliding smoothly again.

BOOKING APPOINTMENTS

Getting seen is simple. Call our office to set up a visit, or use the online booking form whenever works for you. We'll pair you with the right provider and get your hand looked at soon.

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REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT

Grab a time by phone or online. We fit around your week and get you in without a long wait.

DIAGNOSE

EXAM & IMAGING

We check how the finger catches, feel for the swollen tendon, and ask about your grip habits. Imaging is rarely needed for this one.

TREATMENTS

CUSTOM TREATMENT PROGRAM

We calm the tendon with splinting and activity changes, restore smooth gliding, and address the gripping patterns feeding it.

FOLLOW UP

WE CALL TO CHECK IN

We track how the finger moves, adjust as it loosens, and give you exercises so the catching stays gone.

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Customer Reviews

Testimonials for
The MODERN Approach

At MODERN, we take tremendous pride in making our customers happy above and beyond their expectations. We invite you to read what a few of our customers have to say about their MODERN experience.

450+

5 Star Reviews

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Locations

100+

Surgeries Avoided

20+

Orthopedic Experts

The front office staff, especially Cheri is wonderful to work with and happy to help with your needs. The therapists there have a great team and attitude. They definitely want to see you succeed. Ian has a great bedside manner but really they all do. I would recommend them anytime.

   Kara Vowell
Mesa, AZ Resident

Fantastic results for chronic sciatica after just 3 weeks. Everyone is kind, helpful and meets you where you are at. I’m so grateful to have found Modern PT.

   Tracy Jo Wade
Phoenix, AZ Resident

Modern Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine exceeded my expectations. Being able to get the diagnosis through ultrasound on the first visit is so much more efficient in diagnosing and determining the treatment plan. It was amazing to be able to see the collaboration between Dr. Davies, PT Tim Moxie and Ryan with ultrasound. They are all very caring and I am currently receiving outstanding PT through Tim for shoulder pain. They offer additional treatment options as well. The office staff is flexible. I am recommending this office to friends and family.

   Marian Cotten
Mesa High Football Coach

What Are You Experiencing?

Pain is hard to put into words. You might not have a good sense of what kind of care you need, and that’s OK. What matters is how things are right now. Please fill out this short form to summarize how things are. We will then follow up and take you through what may be causing the pain, as well as what may work as a solution.

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SEVERE PAIN

If the pain is severe such that you are unable to deal, don’t wait. Call 911 or go straight to a hospital. Safety is essential, no matter what. That initial action, after which we are able to lend a hand in helping you find longer-term relief.

MODERATE PAIN / DISCOMFORT

Sometimes, pain will keep you from being brought to your knees, but it does disrupt your ability to function in daily life. Perhaps it’s intermittent and stabbing, or maybe it’s just present during the day. Let’s get those details from you, and we’ll do our best to determine what’s causing it.

MINOR PAINS & ACHES

Little aches hurt just as badly. A sore shoulder, stiff knees, or a throbbing ache that shows itself every once in a while can still have its toll. Let us know how you’ve been doing, and we’ll take care of it for you before it grows into something bigger.

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Answering Your Questions

Will trigger finger clear up on its own?
Sometimes a mild case settles with rest and a splint. More often it needs treatment to fully clear, especially once the finger starts locking. Early care usually means simpler care, so it's worth getting on before it digs in.
Why is it worse in the morning?
The tendon stiffens overnight while the hand sits still, so the catching and locking are loudest with your first few movements. It tends to loosen a bit as you use the hand through the day.
Do I need surgery for it?
Many people improve without it. Splinting, activity changes, and sometimes an injection clear a lot of cases. Surgery is there if those don't do the job, but it's not the starting point.
Which fingers usually get it?
The thumb, ring, and middle fingers are the common ones, though any finger can be affected. Some people get it in more than one finger over time, especially with diabetes in the mix.
Can I keep using my hand while it heals?
Within reason, yes. We'll flag the motions that aggravate it, mainly heavy repeated gripping, and show you how to work around them. Total rest isn't the aim, easing off the triggers while the tendon calms down is.

"Our goal is to help you solve some of your most painful life experiences."

Trigger Finger Treatment

Josh Adams

MODERN MEDICINE
CEO

"When an athlete gets injured, a team of doctors and therapists evaluates them, orders imaging, and decides the best path forward. If surgery is needed, they go straight to surgery; if not, they get condition-specific physical therapy and targeted injections to speed healing. This is the same process pro athletes use to get back on the field quickly—and at Modern, you can access that same level of care for the same cost as any other physical therapy clinic."   - Josh Adams

Without Advanced Imaging

Your PT

is Operating Blindly.

WHY WE'RE DIFFERENT

CHOOSING THE MODERN WAY

What separates MODERN SPORTS MEDICINE from just about every other company is our physical therapists and orthopedists utlize advanced imaging technology to enable them to SEE what they are doing.  Everyone else is operating blindly.

ADVANCED IMAGING + TREATMENT = MODERN

For the same price as ANY other physical therapy clinic...

we TREAT you
like a 200
Million-Dollar
Athlete

so you can get back to
work or play
FASTER.