Sit or stand comfortably at a desk. Rest one hand on the desk, palm down.

Hands

Lift the thumb from the desk

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 lift the thumb from the desk

Set
Sit or stand comfortably at a desk. Rest one hand on the desk, palm down.
1
Lift your thumb a little from the desk and keep both thumb joints straight.
2
Hold your thumb a little higher with both joints straight.
3
Lower your thumb slowly back to the desk.
Switch sides and repeat.

Take care. Keep the lift small. Stop if you feel pain.

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

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