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Median Neuropathy Thumb Palmar Abduction

Median Neuropathy Thumb Palmar Abduction: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

With the wrist neutral and palm up, lift the thumb away from the palm without rotating the wrist.

Body region
Hand and wrist
Position
Seated
Equipment
Table
Recovery phase
Early recovery
Purpose
Motor Control

Used in home programs for

  • Median Neuropathy

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