Finger diagonal tracking, illustrated in 4 steps — Sit or stand tall. Hold one index finger at arm’s length, at eye level. Keep your head still and keep the finger at the same distance.

Eyes

Finger diagonal tracking

A simple move for your eyes, done standing up or sitting down. About 30 seconds.

Position: Standing, Seated
Equipment: None
Time: About 30 seconds
Works: eyes

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How to do finger diagonal tracking

Set
Sit or stand tall. Hold one index finger at arm’s length, at eye level. Keep your head still and keep the finger at the same distance.
1
Move your finger slowly toward the upper right. Follow it with your eyes.
2
Bring the finger back to eye level in front of you. Keep following it.
3
Move your finger slowly toward the lower left. Follow it with your eyes.
4
Return the finger to centre. Blink naturally and relax.

Take care. Use a small range and blink normally. Stop for pain, dizziness or double vision.

Gentle movement guidance, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

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