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Dr. Christopher Alvin Grimes, MD is an orthopedist in High Point, NC specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from East Carolina University, The Brody School of Medicine in 2018 and has 6 years of experience. Dr. Christopher Alvin Grimes, MD is affiliated with Wake Forest Baptist Health and WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES.
611 Lindsay Street, 102 and 200 Suite 100
High Point, NC 27262
Medical Center Boulevard
Winston-Salem, NC 27157
Trigger Finger Surgery
"Trigger finger," or stenosing tenosynovitis, is a condition where the tendons at the base of a finger become irritated and swollen. They may develop small lumps similar to scar tissue. As the swollen, bumpy tendons pass through their sheath, a tunnel of connective tissue that holds them in place, they become stuck. The finger gets frozen in a bent, curled position. If forced, the finger can be straightened. When this happens, the stuck tendons slip through all at once, often causing a popping or clicking noise. Many cases of trigger finger respond well to non-surgical treatments such as NSAIDs, splints, or injected steroids. However, in severe cases, surgery may be necessary.
During trigger finger surgery, the tendons at the base of the affected finger are identified and the sheath is opened up, allowing the tendons to move freely without getting stuck. This can be done through a tiny incision in the palm, or even without an incision at all, using the tip of a needle. Most people are able to move their fingers normally, bending and straightening their finger without catching or popping, right away after surgery. Although patients may have some pain and stiffness as they heal, recovery is quick.
Dr. Christopher Alvin Grimes, MD graduated from East Carolina University, The Brody School of Medicine in 2018. He completed residency at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. He has a state license in North Carolina.
Medical School: East Carolina University, The Brody School of Medicine (2018)
Residency: Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center (2023)
Licensed In: North Carolina
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Dr. Christopher Grimes is a medical specialist in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. Dr. Grimes's areas of expertise include the following: strains, frozen shoulder, and carpal tunnel surgery. He is affiliated with Wake Forest Baptist Health. After attending East Carolina University, The Brody School of Medicine, he completed his residency training at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center.