4. Massage
Massaging the area can also be an effective method of helping to move the finger. By massaging at the base of the trigger finger, you can help to ease the muscles and further relax the area to allow easier movement. At the same time though, massage can help to encourage blood flow to the region, which can help to repair normal function over time and can encourage the swelling to go down more quickly.
Massaging also helps to reduce pain and can be very comforting if you are experiencing pain at the base of the finger.
Try to imagine the analogy of one straw stuck inside another. After pushing stopped working, you might very well try to massage the area to ease it out and to expand the outer straw.
Another tip to try is to use massage oils – especially those that are anti-inflammatory – and to potentially take a warm bath.