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Finger Flexor Stretch (Table)
Stretch for the finger flexor muscles using a table. Helps relieve gripping tension and maintain finger extension range.
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
Home Options
- table or counter
Dosage
2
Sets
0
Reps / Time
30 sec
Rest
hold 20-30 seconds
Tempo
Step-by-Step Guide
Set up
- Stand at table edge
- Place palm flat on table
- Fingers pointing away from body
Step 1 of 5
Keep palm and fingers flat on table
Step 2 of 5
Slowly lean back, straightening elbow
Step 3 of 5
Feel stretch on palm side of forearm
Step 4 of 5
Hold 15-30 seconds
Step 5 of 5
Return to start
Breathing
- Breathe steadily
- Exhale into the stretch
Form Cues
- Keep palm flat - don't let fingers lift
- Gentle stretch only
- Lean back slowly
- Breathe normally
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Letting fingers lift off table
- Leaning back too far too fast
- Forcing through pain
- Bending wrist sideways
Safety Information
Stop if sharp pain or numbness. Avoid after acute tendon injury or recent surgery.
Progressions
Hold up to 45 seconds
Regressions
Don't lean back as far
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