A 33-year-old member asked:
what are some exercises that'll relieve my finger stiffness?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Mark Ciaglia answered
Hand Surgery 17 years experience
Passive stretch: Finger stiffness is generally associated with increased fluid of the joints or tendons. By stretching the fingers slightly beyond their normal range of motion the tendons get stretched and the ligaments of the joints give a little. This produces relief.
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Dr. Gregg Vagner commented
Hand Surgery 24 years experience
I agree with what Dr. Ciaglia stated. In addition, I would recommend warming up your hands prior to working on the stiffness. Warming the joint makes the connective tissue more pliable. Good luck!
Dec 10, 2012
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