Thumb Isometrics
Exercise Overview
This is a multidirectional strengthening exercise for the thumb muscles. Start by sticking your thumb out of a fist and use your other hand to apply pressure in each direction. Resist the pressure by maintaining an upright thumb and hold for 5 to 7 seconds
Muscles Involved
Intrinsic Muscles - Thenar EminenceAbductor Pollicis BrevisFlexor Pollicis BrevisOpponens PollicisExtrinsic MusclesFlexor Pollicis LongusAbductor Pollicis LongusExtensor Pollicis LongusExtensor Pollicis BrevisOther Intrinsic MusclesAdductor Pollicis
Related Conditions
Thumb SprainGamer’s Thumb / Texter’s ThumbDe Quervain’s Tenosynovitis