Bend & straighten thumb tip only. Touch tip of thumb to each fingertip, making an “O” shape. Use opposite hand to stabilize base of thumb. Bring thumb across palm, bending both thumb joints. while keeping thumb tip straight. Lay hand flat on a table. Bring thumb out to the side and then back in towards the index finger.
These exercises are designed to strengthen your hand and help the structures in your hand glide alongside one another. Each exercise should be performed at least 10 times. Place your other finger on top of your thumb and push up into it. Equal the pressure through the thumb so it does not move. Hold for 5-10 seconds. 1.
The following exercises are designed to encourage normal movement of the fingers and thumb: 1. Rest the little finger side of your hand on a flat surface. Gently bend the thumb towards the little finger and slowly lift back up to straight. 2. Move your thumb into the side of your hand, in line with your index finger.
Passive Finger Flexion (composite) Use your uninjured hand to help push the big knuckles down and the tips of the fingers in toward the palm. If all fingers are stiff, do each individually. Hold 30 seconds. Repeat 4 times to each stiff finger. Do 3 times a day. Passive Intrinsic Stretch
There should be no movement of your thumb in this exercise. STEP 1 Seated Isometric Thumb Flexion REPS: 10 | SETS: 3 | HOLD: 5 SECOND | DAILY: 1 | WEEKLY: 7 Setup Begin with your palm relaxed with one finger of your other hand under your thumb. Movement Press your thumb downward while resisting the movement with your other finger. Tip
Follow these exercises as directed by your therapist. Hold each one for ___ seconds and repeat ___ times. Hold each one for seconds and repeat times. Hold your thumb with your opposite hand and move your thumb to your little finger. Move your thumb outwards towards the side. Make a C shape creating a bend in your thumb.
Hold your thumb just below the first crease and only bend the tip. Hold 3 seconds. Repeat 10 times. Do 3 times a day. Thumb Opposition/Flexion Touch the thumb to the tip of each finger. When you are able to do this easily, then touch further down on each finger until you are able to touch the base of each finger. Repeat 5-10 times. Do 3 times a ...
Place your painful thumb on the crown of your head (with the area between the joints touching) and rock your thumb from front to back until you feel some relief. You may do this frequently during the day. Sometimes it may be OK to pull a little on your thumb.
Make a loose fist, thumb out to side. Return straight. Keep your wrist straight-to-slightly-extended during the exercise. Going through all positions is considered one repetition. Begin with the palm up, supporting your involved hand with your other hand just below the end joint.
What is Dynamic Stability of the Thumb? •Restore Functional ROM; at joint & soft tissues •Re-education of specific muscles to improvethe strength of the hand and thumb •Reduce pain and disability: May not change the course of the disease (if …