#Thumb Exercise

💥The Stiff Thumb: Exercise Ideas💥 ▪️Some of my favorite exercises to use when addressing a stiff thumb following an injury! 1️⃣ Sponge cube “flicks”: Cut up sponges held in the hand and “flicked” one at a time using the thumb. Using a target such as a bucket can make it more engaging. 2️⃣ “Bottle opener” putty twists: Twisting this specialized tool against putty resistance can simulate the technique required for opening a bottle. 3️⃣ Thumb towel gather: Bend thumb in fully to bring the towel closer to the hand, then extend it completely to push the towel away. 4️⃣ “Bottle opener” Flexbar twists: This time using a Flexbar, simulate the technique used for opening a bottle against resistance 5️⃣ The numbers ball: This is a lacrosse ball with numbers 1-9 written on the ball. A great way to work on ROM and dexterity by finding all the numbers in order with the thumb. ▪️These can be used for any post injury stiffness assuming it is safe to move the joint and the motion is pain free ▪️I like to use these after a UCL repair of the thumb (when appropriate per protocols) when a stiff MP and IP joint is common! #handtherapy #occupationaltherapy #physicaltherapy #physiotherapy #handexercise #handinjury #thumbinjury #handstrength #handstrengthening #dexterity #handrehab #handrehabilitation #thumbexercise #student #otstudent #ptstudent @motionsm_midtowneast @motionptg

Early-Stage Thumb Sprain Recovery: Strengthening the Basics After a thumb sprain, stiffness, pain, and weakness can limit function and delay recovery. During the early stages, focus on gentle mobility exercises like stretching and active range of motion. Once pain decreases and mobility improves, gradually introduce light strengthening exercises like the ones shown in this video. Strengthening both the flexor and extensor muscles is essential for restoring grip strength and the ability to open the hand effectively. Additionally, training thumb movements like adduction, abduction, and opposition will help regain coordination for daily tasks such as typing, lifting, and buttoning clothing. Start these exercises today to rebuild strength and function during your thumb sprain recovery! #movementmentor #guidedselfcare #physio #thumb #thumbsprain #thumbexercise #thumbinjury #sprain #strain #strengthtraining ✅ Follow @movement__mentor for expert tips on exercising while injured, building strength, boosting wellness, and staying active during recovery! ⚠️ Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only. If you experience pain or functional limitations, consult a medical professional.

Thumb-side wrist pain? Try this first 👇 Do the Finkelstein test 👉 Make a fist 👉 Tuck your thumb inside 👉 Gently bend your wrist toward your pinky Sharp pain at the base of the thumb? That may point toward De Quervain's tenosynovitis Now here’s the SAFE & evidence-based physio plan 👇 🩹 Thumb spica splint Immobilise the thumb + wrist Reduces tendon friction 🧊 Ice 10–15 mins 2–3x daily in acute phase Helps control inflammation 🛑 Relative rest Avoid one-hand baby lifting Avoid repetitive texting + jar twisting 🤲 Activity modification Use two-hand grip Keep wrist neutral 💪 Pain-free tendon gliding Only after acute pain settles Gentle APL & EPB movement No aggressive stretching early 🧠 Progressive strengthening Isometric → light resistance Only when pain reduces 💉 If symptoms persist Medical consult for injection Surgery is last resort ⏳ Healing timeline: 6–12 weeks Pushing through = chronic pain Save this before your thumb gets worse.

Thumb pain& stiffness?? ✅Try these Mobilisation techniques,I will make sure it relieves pain just in seconds ! physionutr ✅ Rotational Glide ✅Lateral Glide ✅Medial glide ✅ Anterior glide ✅ Posterior Glide. #ranchiupdates #ranchiphysiotherapy #ranchinglife #ranchinglifestyle #ranchijharkhand #ranchi #ranching #hinoo #PhysioCare #physioinranchi #physiotherapy #backpain #kneepain #sukhphysiotherapy #physiotherapist

Thumb muscles: intrinsics and extrinsics. As our Trimester 2 cohort begins focused work on thumb CMC osteoarthritis, we return—intentionally—to foundational anatomy. Targeted strengthening is only effective when muscle function, leverage, and contribution to joint stability are clearly understood. This review is not about memorization. It is about integration. Our curriculum is designed to revisit anatomy from Trimester 1 as clinical complexity increases, reinforcing prior learning while advancing clinical reasoning. Anatomy becomes usable knowledge—knowledge that informs evaluation, exercise selection, and decision-making. This approach is why fellows often report that the program changes how they think, not just what they know. We are educated as generalists. Our goal is to educate clinicians who choose hand therapy as a specialty to think and practice as specialists. #HandTherapy #FunctionalAnatomy #ClinicalReasoning #ThumbCMC #CHTExam

#clinicalhighlight: Thumb arthritis (especially at the CMC) can cause a lot of pain with pinching and gripping at the base of the thumb. 👉 One way to help treat this and alleviate some pain is by using a taping technique to give some support by strategically wrapping around the painful joint. ✨ I start with a long strip and cut about a 2/3 of the way through the tape. ✨ First anchor the base of the tape at the base of the thumb. With a slight stretch over the CMC joint, the top strip is then wrapped around the base of the thumb and secured at the original tape starting point. The second strip slightly overlaps it, wrapping around the base of the thumb and is secured in the same manner. ✨ In more mild cases or flare ups this can help manage pain. More severe cases may require immobilization more than taping. Each case will be unique in its own way! — Eli Yovits, OTR/L, CHT #upperextremity #handtherapist #upperextremityrehab #OT #occupationaltherapy #PT #physicaltherapy #upperlimb #upperlimbtherapy #certifiedhandtherapist #certifiedhandtherapy #thumbarthritis #cmcarthritis

#thumbexercise #fortenosynovitis #acupressurepointsbenefits #viral #yoga #Thumb exercises can be beneficial for managing tenosynovitis, a condition characterized by inflammation of the sheath surrounding the tendons in the thumb. Here are some of the benefits: 1. **Reduces Pain**: Gentle thumb exercises can help alleviate pain by promoting blood circulation to the affected area, which can reduce inflammation and discomfort. 2. **Improves Flexibility**: Regular thumb exercises help maintain or improve the flexibility of the tendons and surrounding muscles, preventing stiffness. 3. **Increases Strength**: Strengthening exercises can enhance the strength of the thumb muscles, providing better support to the affected tendons and reducing strain on them. 4. **Promotes Healing**: Movement increases the flow of nutrients to the tendons, which can support the healing process. 5. **Prevents Adhesions**: Exercises can prevent the formation of adhesions (scar tissue) that can restrict movement and prolong recovery. 6. **Restores Functionality**: Consistent thumb exercises can restore the normal range of motion and functionality of the thumb, improving the ability to perform daily tasks. It's important to consult with a healthcare professional or physical therapist before starting any exercise regimen, especially for a condition like tenosynovitis, to ensure the exercises are appropriate and beneficial for your specific case. #Harekrishna...

Stop Trigger Thumb 🛑 ✋ Did you know there are so many ways to help your trigger thumb that don’t include injections and surgery?! 🙌 Try out my top 3 trigger thumb exercises but make sure you watch the full video on YouTube to get the full details how to do these correctly. 🙏 And as always see a Hand doctor AND Hand therapist! 💪 #triggerthumb #virtualhandcare #telehealth #handsurgery #triggerfinger

Thumb exercises!! Give your thumbs some love! Quick and easy thumb exercises to keep you pain-free and strong….perfect for anyone doing way too much scrolling, typing, or turkey carving lately 👀👍🏽 Like, share, and subscribe — it really helps support small businesses like ours! 🤍 Follow for more: treatment tips, pop quizzes, behind the scenes fun, and everything hand therapy ✋🏽✨ #handtherapy #exercisedaily #exercisetips #exerciseathome #occupationaltherapy

5 Exercises that helps relieve Thumb Joint Pain! #physicaltherapy #jointpain #cmcjointarthritis

Open Stroke hand This technique works So well .... Reflex Inhibitory Posturing (The Thumb Trick) ​In many stroke patients, the thumb is tucked into the palm ("thumb-in-palm" deformity) which locks the other fingers in place. ​The Technique: Instead of pulling on the fingers first, focus solely on the thumb. Gently pull the thumb out and away from the palm (abduction). ​Why it works: Once the thumb is relaxed and moved away, the tension in the other four fingers often decreases significantly, making them easier to open. Plus ... Give A deep relaxation but slow Massage Which Relaxes the flexor muscles ... Try it ... Send me this reel if you don't understand .. #strokehand #paralysisrecovery

Part 2 as promised: thumb movements to help with osteoarthritis, thumb stiffness, coldness, and general pain or discomfort. Hope this helps 👍🏽