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Why can't bend the top of my thumb without bending the index, middle and ring finger in my left hand?
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Deep flexors: Run in groups of 2-3 so that's why some people will slightly flex the other 2 fingers when you try to bend the thumb. If it's quite exaggerated, or didn't used to be a problem it may need a doctor examination to sort out whether there is an abnormal tendon,
Answered 8/30/2017
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Muscle function: I guess this is just one of the things you have to accept in life given that this is not really a health issue.
Answered 8/31/2017
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