If you’re dealing with muscle tightness or spasticity that’s causing curled fingers, you’re at the right place. We’ll go through 2 sets of 5 stretches and exercises to help improve tight hand muscles. These exercises are best for someone who has at least a small amount of movement in the hand/wrist.

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Time Stamps:
00:00 Intro
00:35 WarmUp
01:44 Set 1 Exercise 1: Thumb Abduction Stretch
02:41 Set 1 Exercise 2: Gentle Opener
03:49 Set 1 Exercise 3: Progressive Opener
04:50 Set 1 Exercise 4: Flat Hand
05:51 Set 1 Exercise 5: Active Open
06:45 Set 2 Exercise 1: Thumb Abduction Stretch
07:49 Set 2 Exercise 2: Gentle Opener
09:01 Set 2 Exercise 3: Progressive Opener
09:48 Set 2 Exercise 4: Flat Hand
10:47 Set 2 Exercise 5: Active Open
12:06 Outro



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Medical Disclaimer: All content on this channel is for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to serve as a substitute for medical advice or treatment from a physician or qualified healthcare provider. Talk to your doctor before starting a new exercise or therapy regimen.