Finger Extension with Band

Exercise Overview

This is a strengthening exercise for the finger extensors. Loop a hair or elastic band around the back of your fingers roughly at the level of your 3rd knuckles. Extend your fingers out to stretch the band and hold this for up to 5 seconds. Return to neutral to complete a repetition.

Muscles Involved

Common Wrist ExtensorsExtensor DigitorumExtensor IndicisExtensor Digiti MinimiExtensor Pollicis LongusExtensor Pollicis Brevis

Related Conditions

Tennis elbowGolfer’s elbowTrigger fingerFinger sprain/ finger strainThumb sprain / thumb strain

Equipment Needed

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