Trigger Finger Surgery in London — Release
Consultant-led · day surgery · Harley Street, London
Trigger finger release frees a finger or thumb that catches or locks when bent, by opening the tight tendon pulley. At Minor Surgery UK a consultant hand surgeon performs it in London from £2,025, under local anaesthetic, in minutes. Most patients use the hand for light tasks the same day.
What the procedure involves
The surgeon releases the tight pulley (A1 pulley) at the base of the finger so the tendon can glide freely, through a small incision under local anaesthetic. A steroid injection is sometimes tried first.
When surgery is right
Surgery is recommended when the finger keeps catching or locking, or when a steroid injection hasn't resolved it. A consultant confirms the diagnosis and discusses the options.
Recovery
You can use the hand for light tasks the same day. Full grip builds back over a couple of weeks, with simple wound care.
Cost
Trigger finger release starts from £2,025 all-inclusive (medical procedure — VAT-exempt). A steroid injection, where appropriate as a first step, is quoted separately.
Why choose Minor Surgery UK
A named consultant hand surgeon (a UK pioneer of ultrasound-guided technique), CQC-registered London facility and transparent pricing.
Frequently asked questions
What is trigger finger?
Trigger finger is when a finger or thumb catches or locks when you bend it, because the tendon can't glide smoothly through a tightened pulley at the base of the finger.
How much does trigger finger surgery cost?
At Minor Surgery UK, trigger finger release starts from £2,025 all-inclusive, confirmed at consultation.
How long does the procedure take?
The release takes about 15 to 20 minutes under local anaesthetic, and you walk in and out the same day.
How long is recovery?
You can use the hand for light tasks the same day, with full grip returning over a couple of weeks.
Does trigger finger come back after surgery?
Recurrence after a full surgical release is uncommon; releasing the pulley resolves the catching in the great majority of cases.
What anaesthetic is used?
Trigger finger release is performed under local anaesthetic, so only the hand is numbed and you stay awake.