Comparing Hand Function After Trigger Finger Surgery Using Transverse or Longitudinal Skin Incisions

What this Trial Is About

Trigger finger is a common hand condition causing pain and difficulty with certain tasks. Treatment usually starts with conservative methods, but surgery may be needed if these fail. This study evaluates whether there are differences in hand function after surgery using either a transverse or longitudinal skin incision, measured by the Dash scale. The study compares two surgical techniques for trigger finger release one using a longitudinal skin incision and the other a transverse incision. Both procedures involve opening the A1 pulley to relieve symptoms. Participants are randomly assigned to one of the two incision methods, and functional outcomes are assessed immediately after surgery. Participants will be followed up to assess functional improvement using the Dash scale right after surgery, along with secondary measures such as surgeon comfort, symptom resolution, pain, infection, nerve injury, and return to work or activities at 1, 3, and 6 months after surgery. This careful monitoring helps evaluate recovery and potential complications over time.

A Clinical Study to Compare Functional Outcomes After Surgery Using a Transverse or Longitudinal Surgical Incision in the Skin.