Top 3 Trigger Finger Exercises

Michelle, Hand Expert and founder of Virtual Hand Care, shows you her Top 3 Trigger Finger Exercises to help stop the triggering, catching, or locking of your finger.

These trigger finger exercises will work on stretching the finger to prevent joint stiffness, gliding the FDP (Flexor Digitorum Profundus) tendon, and stretching the A1 pulley with FDP isometric contractions.

Trigger finger is a very common hand condition that can greatly impact the functional use of your hand with almost ALL daily activities. By using a combination of splinting, stretches, and isometric exercises you can potentially eliminate your trigger finger.

Keep in mind, it is important to see a Hand Doctor if you suspect trigger finger so you can get a proper diagnosis and get on the right path to treating your trigger finger. Unfortunately, there are 4 grade levels of Trigger Finger so results can vary greatly. (see Disclaimer below)

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00:00 Top 3 Trigger Finger Exercises
00:54 Exercise #1 DIP & PIP Flexion Stretch
04:39 Exercise #2 FDP Isometric Exercise
08:24 Exercise #3 DIP Blocking

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Disclaimer
This video is for educational and demonstration purposes only and is not to be used as a replacement for seeking medical advice or treatment of your condition. Virtual Hand Care, or its members, do not offer medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult with your doctor or healthcare provider before starting any exercise program. Please know that performing any exercise or program is solely at your own risk.

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Here are a few of my Top 3 Trigger Finger Exercises to help prevent triggering or locking of your finger.🙌 Please let me know in the comments below how these worked out for you and how you felt afterward! 💪 Don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE so I can see all your COMMENTS. 🙏

[texasredneckhippy]

Thanks, I'm 70 and construction worker.Ive swung a hammer millions oof times and that has led to right hand index locking
I'm trying your techniques to avoid costly doctor visits, no insurance, and below poverty level. Appreciate you !

[markgball]

My doctor told me there is nothing I could do about my trigger finger. A quick search on YouTube and I found this video. Literally within five minutes over half of the trigger movement was relieved. Wow. I’m gonna be doing these daily.

[firewheels]

Hi Michelle, I am a full-time manual wheelchair user and have had issues in the past with moderate carpal tunnel discomfort. Recently, I started feeling more trigger finger in my pointer fingers (both hands) and I came across your video today. The last two exercises really isolated the area I've been feeling. Thank you so much for your clear explanations of what to do!

[lisajanefox]

I scheduled another cortisone injection because one finger was starting to flare up. I tried the exercises just once- especially the third one, and my pain and stiffness are nearly gone. I canceled the cortisone injection. I'm so glad there are exercises. I've had this problem for several years and never knew there was hand therapy for it. I use my hands a lot so I am going to do these exercises every day as a prevention. Thank you!

[MrPeanutUK]

I’ve had two steroid injections in as many years and trigger finger keeps coming back. I’ve been offered surgery as the next option but I’m glad I’ve found these videos before I’ve had this done. Thanks

[wendyellison]

I am so happy to have found this video. My left middle finger has had me in tears because of typing, popping, and a locking up. I am desperately trying anything before consulting a surgeon. I found your exercises and I will be applying them throughout the day, I hope to have relief. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[llisagomez]

I did them all and I feel so much better! Thank you

[reubennegron]

Michelle Thank you! I recently had my window close on my index finger & needed some exercises to help get my finger back to 110%! I really appreciate your channel & thorough advice.

[mikegreenebass]

I’m glad I found your channel. I play bass and my left middle finger can’t close fully. I’ve had this issue for yrs and I hope these exercises will improve my ROM without needing surgery.

[victoriapollo]

Thank you so much for this! My trigger fingers were stiff and painful but these exercises significantly reduced it, even after one time. Thank you!

[petracho]

I have left index trigger finger. I came across your video & did your exercuses. It's gentle but effective! I also really like your delivery. Perfect voice, modulation. Thank you soo much! Subscribed!

[tancheeeng]

Thank dear Michelle, for your generosity n kindness to share

[missssmoniquerobert]

These exercises REALLY helped! Wow! After one session, my middle finger super loosened up = the “flip” didn’t even occur for a while afterwards! Here’s to at least slowing this down! Thank You~!

[rezyousuf]

Thank you Michelle, God bless you for sharing these wonderful simple stretches my trigger middle finger is smoother will try everyday.

[timoomo]

Had a trigger finger dislociation about a month ago. Less than 5 weeks. I found this channel a day after and the videos have been great. Especially the "dip blocker" exercise which greatly helps with stiffness and regaining flexibility and mobility of the finger. I have to mention the "why is my finger still swollen" video which I found really helpful.

[jancurcio]

I tried the three exercises with you and the triggering stopped. I will continue the exercises until its gone. Bless you, Jan

[ruffrider]

I've been doing these for three days now and so far it feels significantly better. Thanks for the video!

[vincentpiccirelli]

Very good. She describes the same things my doctor describes. Also goes beyond the exercise my doctor gave.

[alharkins]

Excellent! I am 76 years old, and have felt this for a couple months. One serious run through the three exercises has already helped.