Simple hand exercises may speed recovery after trigger finger surgery

NCT ID NCT07482397

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Riphah International University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether combining A1 pulley stretching with tendon gliding exercises helps people recover better after trigger finger surgery. Thirty adults with locking symptoms for over six months took part. Researchers measured pain, range of motion, and grip strength to see if the exercises made a difference.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: A1 pulley stretching and tendon gliding exercises
What this could lead to: If effective, this combination of simple exercises could become a standard rehab approach to help people recover faster and with less pain after trigger finger surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, completed study with only 30 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and the exercises might not provide significant benefit over standard care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

trigger thumb

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

TRIGGER FINGER

Contacts and locations

Locations

District Headquarters Hospital

Toba Tek Singh, Punjab Province, 36050, Pakistan

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