Suggest Treatment For Tenosynovitis
Tenosynovitis of flexor tendon
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear XXXXXXX
Thank you for posting the question.
I have seen the attached pictures of the index finger.
Due to constant use and friction with the spatula,the flexor tendon sheaths of the tendons of the index finger (flexor digitorum superficialis and flexor digitorum profundus) are inflammed causing the pain and difficulty in straightening.
The best treatment would be avoiding friction and overuse.I know that the job demands you of using the finger continuously but still you should find an alternative to the way you use this finger.
Try using other hand for sometime or use a soft cushion between the spatula and the index finger to avoid direct friction.
At present,take anti inflammatory tablets like tramadol/aceclofenac/paracetamol etc along with fibrinolytic tablets like trypsin,serratiopeptidase etc.
Absolute rest to the finger is essential.
You can use a index finger gutter splint and keep the finger in straight elevated position.
Applying local analgesic gel followed by hot fomentation will help immensely.
Let me know the progress 3 days from now so that we can decide further line of treatment.
I hope the answer was useful.
Feel free to ask me any follow up queries that you may have.
Thank you.
Kind regards.
Wish you speedy recovery.