10 Solutions for That 'Stuck' Finger: Effectively Treating Trigger Finger

7. Apply Ice

Patients with trigger finger may wish to apply ice to the affected area. To make an ice pack at home, five or six ice cubes can be placed in a plastic bag. The bag should be wrapped in a towel before it is placed on the skin. Reusable gel packs can also be used, and these should be wrapped in a towel as well. Applying ice directly to the skin could result in ice burns. Ice packs can be applied as often as needed, and most patients use these three or four times per day. Since the palms and fingers do not have a lot of fat, the ice pack should be left on the affected area for no longer than ten minutes at a time, and the patient may wish to wait at least an hour before re-applying the ice. If the ice pack is left on the area for longer than ten minutes, this could lead to frostbite. Patients who have high blood pressure, diabetes, poor circulation, or heart conditions should check with a healthcare provider before using an ice pack.