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Thumb to Fingertip Touches
Touch thumb to each fingertip in sequence. Improves thumb opposition, finger coordination, and fine motor control.
Stop if
Choose an easier exercise if pain reaches 6 out of 10 or becomes sharp. Stop and rest if pain reaches 8 out of 10.
This is the general ClapMove rule. This exercise has no extra stop rule of its own.
- Pain 6 out of 10 or more: choose an easier exercise.
- Pain 8 out of 10 or more: stop and rest.
Equipment needed
- Works at home
- Works at the gym
none
Home Options
- bodyweight
Dosage
2
Sets
5
Reps / Time
30 sec
Rest
1-2 seconds per finger
Tempo
Step-by-Step Guide
Set up
- Hold hand comfortably in front of you
- Fingers spread slightly apart
- Thumb out to the side
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Step 1 of 5
Touch thumb tip to index fingertip
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Step 2 of 5
Release and touch middle fingertip
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Step 3 of 5
Continue to ring finger
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Step 4 of 5
End on pinky finger
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Step 5 of 5
Reverse direction back to index
Breathing
- Breathe naturally
- Stay relaxed
Form Cues
- Make firm but gentle contact
- Keep other fingers relaxed
- Move at an even pace
- Make a round O shape with each touch
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Touching fingerpad instead of tip
- Rushing through
- Skipping fingers
- Tensing the whole hand
Safety Information
Very safe exercise. Stop if thumb pain at base.
Progressions
Speed up while maintaining precision
Regressions
Larger touches (pad to pad) if tip-to-tip is difficult
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