Very Interesting . . .
Last night I had a dream that involved my 'trigger finger' (see post from March 7). And, this morning I received a comment on that post -- very interesting, indeed !!!
I clicked on the 'publish' link, only to find that there were several other comments and questions about the 'trigger finger' post -- sorry folks. I haven't been paying attention.
So, to answer questions --
1. I do not think that the yoga aggravates the finger at all.
2. The finger was stiff for a few days after the cortisone shot, but I have not had one since and only occasionally does the finger do its 'tricks'.
3. The one thing I do try to do is to keep that finger straight as much as possible - even when sleeping (I lay my hand flat under my pillow and - hopefully - keep it that way through the weight of my head during the night).
I learned from my physician that the use / abuse of the tendon running to that finger is what causes the inflammation and leads to the finger locking in a bent position for a second or two.
Apologies for neglecting my blog -- it's been a hectic year (see my post blasting those who use the excuse "I'm too busy"). My bad.
I will write more when there is time. In the meantime, I am off to teach a class!!!
p.s. remember 5 years ago -- the countdown to 60 years; well, as of 10 days ago, I am now on Medicare (65). I am in better shape than when 60, feel better, do more, enjoy more. Just keep on moving.
Have a great Monday (and week)!
I clicked on the 'publish' link, only to find that there were several other comments and questions about the 'trigger finger' post -- sorry folks. I haven't been paying attention.
So, to answer questions --
1. I do not think that the yoga aggravates the finger at all.
2. The finger was stiff for a few days after the cortisone shot, but I have not had one since and only occasionally does the finger do its 'tricks'.
3. The one thing I do try to do is to keep that finger straight as much as possible - even when sleeping (I lay my hand flat under my pillow and - hopefully - keep it that way through the weight of my head during the night).
I learned from my physician that the use / abuse of the tendon running to that finger is what causes the inflammation and leads to the finger locking in a bent position for a second or two.
Apologies for neglecting my blog -- it's been a hectic year (see my post blasting those who use the excuse "I'm too busy"). My bad.
I will write more when there is time. In the meantime, I am off to teach a class!!!
p.s. remember 5 years ago -- the countdown to 60 years; well, as of 10 days ago, I am now on Medicare (65). I am in better shape than when 60, feel better, do more, enjoy more. Just keep on moving.
Have a great Monday (and week)!