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Move the thumb across the palm, illustrated in 3 steps
Sit or stand comfortably at a desk. Rest your forearm on it with your palm facing up.

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Move the thumb across the palm

A simple move for your hands and fingers, done sitting down or standing up. About 30 seconds each side.

Position
Seated, Standing
Equipment
None
Time
About 30 seconds each side
Works
hands and fingers

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How to do move the thumb across the palm

  1. Set

    Sit or stand comfortably at a desk. Rest your forearm on it with your palm facing up.

  2. 1

    Move your thumb slowly across your palm toward the base of your little finger.

  3. 2

    Hold your thumb across your palm without forcing it to touch your little finger.

  4. 3

    Return your thumb beside your palm.

  5. Switch sides and repeat.

Take care. Stop if you feel pain. Do not force your thumb to reach your little finger.

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

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