Should you exercise arthritic thumb?

Exercise for your thumbs Your doctor or a physical therapist may recommend hand exercises. You can do these exercises to improve range of motion and improve your arthritis symptoms. Simple exercises can include a thumb stretch, in which you attempt to touch the tip of your thumb to just under your pinky finger.

How can I straighten my arthritic thumb?

Start with your hand in a neutral, relaxed position with your fingers and thumb straightened. Next, bend your thumb across your palm, touching the tip of your thumb to the bottom of your small finger. If you can’t make your thumb touch, just stretch as far as you can. Return your thumb to the starting position.

What is the best support for arthritis in the thumb?

A hand based brace that supports the base of your thumb is best when you have pain at the CMC joint. The CMCcare Thumb Brace and the NEW 3pp Prima Thumb Brace are good examples for this type of pain.

How can I strengthen my thumb joint?

Pinch Strengthener

Pinch a soft foam ball or some putty between the tips of your fingers and your thumb.
Hold for 30 to 60 seconds.
Repeat 10 to 15 times on both hands. Do this exercise two to three times a week, but rest your hands for 48 hours in between sessions. Don’t do this exercise if your thumb joint is damaged.

How do you stretch a thumb tendon?

Lift your thumb away from your palm so it’s nearly perpendicular to the forefinger side of your hand. You’ll feel a stretch at the back of your thumb and across your palm. Keep your thumb extended for about 6 seconds and release. Repeat 8 to 12 times.

Should you sleep with thumb brace on?

Should I sleep in my thumb brace? Yes, depending on the condition of your thumb joint.

Is heat or cold better for thumb arthritis?

Icing the joint for five to 15 minutes several times a day can help relieve swelling and pain. Apply heat. For some, heat may be more effective than cold in relieving pain.

How can I reverse osteoarthritis in my fingers?

There is no cure, but healthy lifestyle habits and treatments can help manage your symptoms and keep you active. Non-Drug Treatments: Reducing strain on joints with a splint or brace, adapting hand movements, doing hand exercises or using hot or cold therapy can help to ease pain.

How do you prevent osteoarthritis from getting worse?

Taking good care of yourself can help prevent joint problems.

Keep a healthy body weight. Extra weight puts stress on your joints.
Control your blood sugar. High blood sugar levels raise your risk of getting OA.
Be active every day.
Prevent injury to your joints.
Pay attention to pain.