106: Trigger Finger w/ Dr. Golinvaux

Nailed It Ortho

In this episode, we break down the anatomy of the finger, the root causes of Trigger Finger, and what makes it so common. We discuss its symptoms, how it's diagnosed, and the various treatment options available—from non-invasive therapies to surgical interventions.

Joining us for expert insights is Dr. Nick Golinvaux (also known as Dr. G), who shares key information about the condition, including the different stages, treatment techniques, and some critical considerations for both pediatric and adult patients.

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“Dr. G” was born and raised in Denver, Colorado. He spent fifteen years pursuing his medical education at Yale, Vanderbilt, and Harvard. He has returned to Colorado and specializes in state-of-the-art surgical treatment of the hand & upper extremity.

You can find Dr. G most active at his weekly orthopedic newsletter called Rules of Thumb (rulesofthumb.nickgolinvauxmd.com/join) or on social at nickgolinvauxmd on most platforms.

Goal of episode: To develop a baseline knowledge of trigger finger.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Finger anatomy
• Pathogenesis
• Epidemiology
• History + Physical Exam
• Grading
• and many more.

This episode is sponsored by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons:

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