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Finger Abduction and Adduction

Finger Abduction and Adduction: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Sit with your hand flat on a table, fingers together. Spread your fingers apart as far as you can, then bring them back together.

Body region
Hand and wrist
Position
Seated
Equipment
No equipment
Recovery phase
Mid recovery
Purpose
Strengthening

Used in home programs for

  • Cubital Tunnel Release
  • Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

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