Top 3 Trigger Thumb Exercises

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  • @VirtualHandCare
    @VirtualHandCare  3 роки тому +62

    Here are a few of my Top 3 Trigger Thumb Exercises! 🙌 👍 Please let me know in the comments below how these worked out for you. Don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE so I can see all your COMMENTS! 🙏You can find the Oval-8 rings on my online store or on Amazon. Here are some links that may help- Oval-8 Ring shown in video- virtualhandcare.com/store/#!/Oval-8%C2%AE-Finger-Splints/p/611653017 (Size correlates to ring size). Or get on Amazon- (pack of 3 size 6,7,8) amzn.to/3iCtUsi
    *I recommend getting 2-3 sizes to accomodate for normal finger or thumb swelling. Always make sure you size your finger/thumb according to instructions.

    • @hockinghillsalive3624
      @hockinghillsalive3624 3 роки тому +3

      This has been such a pain in the butt, and I'm hoping your techniques help me. Watching the video I was very distracted by your hair.
      It's nice. 😅
      Thank you, for the info!

    • @menkasingh441
      @menkasingh441 3 роки тому +1

      How to do kt tape for trigger tumb

    • @patriciahernandez5917
      @patriciahernandez5917 3 роки тому +2

      I bought the splint last night and it was a huge difference. Thanks a lot. I also started with the exercises and I hope them work. 😊. Thanks.
      What do you think about using ice,heat , arnica gel and pellets ? Let me know your opinion please.

    • @tammymcguire6239
      @tammymcguire6239 3 роки тому +2

      Where can I get an oval eight?

    • @VirtualHandCare
      @VirtualHandCare  3 роки тому

      @@tammymcguire6239 You can find it here- store4881025.ecwid.com/?a_aid=56c3a863adf41#!/Oval-8%C2%AE-Combo-Pack/p/396826612 or a few sizes here- amzn.to/3iCtUsi

  • @Bhidalgo14
    @Bhidalgo14 3 роки тому +167

    I’m on the wait list for surgery since it got so bad that throughout the day it kept locking and very painful. I started doing these exercises 3 days ago and I’m not making this up. All pain gone, no locking. I will see how it goes and maybe cancel surgery. Thank you so much for uploading g this.

    • @VirtualHandCare
      @VirtualHandCare  3 роки тому +8

      🙌🥳

    • @monember2722
      @monember2722 2 роки тому +5

      Do you mind telling if you ever got surgery?

    • @infecti0uss
      @infecti0uss 2 роки тому +2

      Fun fact: cold laser therapy will fix any stuck fingers, tendonitis, get rid of inflammation from arthritis, etc. I swear by it and I’m so glad I tried it on day. I’m investing in an at home device as I have rheumatoid arthritis.
      I came to this video as my thumb is in pain and can’t make it into my chiropractor’s office for laser and waiting for my laser in the mail.

    • @maheenkhan739
      @maheenkhan739 Рік тому +1

      ​@@infecti0uss .

    • @helenadair8688
      @helenadair8688 Рік тому

      @@infecti0uss I have RA also. Where did you get the cold laser treatment

  • @sandyschmidt5508
    @sandyschmidt5508 Рік тому +55

    Thank you so much! I did these exercises regularly for about 6 weeks and now have complete mobility of my left thumb, with no triggering or catching whatsoever. This video was a God send!

    • @RanTausi
      @RanTausi 6 місяців тому +1

      Ohh God I have this left thumb trigger as well. starting the exercise. Thanks

  • @lisalu910
    @lisalu910 2 роки тому +48

    A+, thank you! A month ago I had severe trigger thumb. I almost couldn't bend it at all, and if I did, I had to use my other hand to manually unbend it with a painful POP that brought tears to my eyes. The base of my thumb was tender and painful. I went to a hand specialist who offered me a cortisone shot (I declined!) and prescribed four weeks of physical therapy 3X/week (which I can't afford, I don't have coverage for that.) I decided to do my own PT, and I found this video. I wore my thumb brace night and day, and did all these exercises 2X/day. I also added a few more, like stretching out my fingers against a rubber band, and massaging the base of my thumb. As the joint gradually improved, I would manually bend and unbend it as far as it could go without popping (a little more each week but I never forced it.) Once a day I did the exercises with my hand underwater while I was in warm epsom salt bath. As of today, I can bend and unbend my thumb without pain or catching. I have only the very slightest pop when I unbend it, so I'm still doing the exercises and being careful, but I have my range of motion back and can use my thumb normally again. I saved $1000 in physical therapy and got the same results!

    • @Nemesis.17
      @Nemesis.17 2 роки тому

      Does Mild Trigger Thumb Needs A Surgery ?

    • @Selfcarechat
      @Selfcarechat 11 місяців тому +1

      That's amazing. So happy to hear this. I'm in so much pain and have a little lump at the base, I can hardly touch it. I'm hoping mine gets better with these exercises. (3 weeks so far, not much luck) :( Thanks for sharing

    • @Bernadeen007
      @Bernadeen007 9 місяців тому +1

      ​@@Selfcarechatdo you have a thumb splint? Make sure to use that. They really help.

    • @Bernadeen007
      @Bernadeen007 9 місяців тому +1

      Yeah, make sure to never force your thumb back into place! You can really injure it. I was taught to rub your other thumb at the base of your trigger thumb for several minutes, like your said. But Never force Your thumb if it gets stuck. Just leave it alone. Stay calm and relax. In time when you moving around doing stuff, it will release on its own and with the rubbing. Those splints are so helpful!
      Glad to hear tho your getting better!!🎉

  • @shannonb7449
    @shannonb7449 Рік тому +15

    It took 3 whole months but I am now trigger-free. So grateful for your video! Thank you!

  • @markking4361
    @markking4361 Рік тому +6

    Oval 8 and already seeing relief relief for that and now starting exercises. 1 week in and already seeing results. Thanks so much.

  • @vickiewallace2130
    @vickiewallace2130 Рік тому +7

    My thumb is completely locked! I’ve done the exercises twice. I haven’t tried to bend it but it feels so much better! Thank you so much for sharing this!!!

  • @susanwood7502
    @susanwood7502 2 роки тому +12

    The last 2 days I couldn't even bend my right thumb without being in excruciating pain. So I started looking for exercises to help and I so glad I came across your video...Right at this moment after doing those 3 exercises I can move my thumb without bringing tears to my eyes. Thanks...

  • @beckypearman5301
    @beckypearman5301 Рік тому +4

    Hi Michelle, just letting you know that this worked for me! I had determined through your video I was probably in stage two of trigger thumb on April 10th. After I had been to see a surgeon who wanted to do surgery, I found your video. I borrowed a too-large oval 8 the next day and taped it up until my correct size came in. I faithfully did your exercises and wore my brace for six weeks. During the last week I could tell the thumb was not going to trigger anymore. Now July 17th, I have been trigger free for a couple months. Only sign of anything is knuckle stiffness and it can get fatigued or "strained" when I over-use it. Thank YOU so much for helping me be proactive and heal myself without surgery!

  • @natairmoreira
    @natairmoreira 8 місяців тому +6

    I started these exercises 4 days ago and have 50% improvement in my thumb. These exercises really work.

    • @VirtualHandCare
      @VirtualHandCare  8 місяців тому

      This is really great news! Thanks for sharing!

  • @ojb1044
    @ojb1044 7 місяців тому +7

    Thank you!!! My specialist said that mine thumb is now the only one in 30 years that he has seen get better! All the others got the little quick operation with local anaesthetic. I will wait the full 6 weeks and see how things are.

  • @JohnSmith-x5o
    @JohnSmith-x5o 2 місяці тому +3

    I have also experienced trigger thumb, I suffered it for about 5 months, but luckily it heals naturally, without any medical intervention,

  • @DeeDee-yz9ku
    @DeeDee-yz9ku 3 роки тому +3

    Thanks for the help!
    My Oval 8 came yesterday! I love it! I can leave it on all day and wash my hand with it on. My home made splint was helpful, but I had to take it off to work in the kitchen. While I had it off, I away hurt my thumb. I am all so doing the exercises, and I am hopefully.

  • @LynnDunn-bx4ji
    @LynnDunn-bx4ji Рік тому +1

    Thank you. I purchased the oval 8 yesterday and now doing the trigger thumb exercises. It's been 4 weeks and my thumb was getting stiff. My thumb is now relaxing and now I need to get the bend back your exercises.

  • @dougsteele196
    @dougsteele196 3 роки тому +13

    Thank you so much , I was really fearful of the getting a needle in my thumb or even worse , surgery.
    After 2 weeks of stretching and exercising my thumb is back to about 80% movement. Once again THANK YOU.

    • @M.C.Blackwell
      @M.C.Blackwell 3 роки тому +3

      Doug Steele, I got the shot of cortisone in my thumb for trigger finger and you were smart not to get it because it hurt so much during and after the shot I felt ill for days from the pain. I'm glad these exercises worked for you and I'll try them

  • @photobizniz
    @photobizniz 3 роки тому +25

    What a great companion reference video to the Virtual Hand Care online appointment I had with you! This is very helpful and it helps me understand how to do these isometric stretches correctly! Just following along as you did the exercises really helped my trigger thumb! Thank you for the work you put into these videos and for sharing such invaluable information! You are making the world a better place!

    • @VirtualHandCare
      @VirtualHandCare  3 роки тому +2

      Aw thank you Randy! Greatly appreciated 👍🙌

    • @stevek9104
      @stevek9104 2 роки тому

      How do I get a virtual appointment?

  • @kayjohnston-526
    @kayjohnston-526 Рік тому +1

    I got the oval 8’s and now working on the exercise. 🙏🏻🙏🏻 this works!!

  • @roseharrington2954
    @roseharrington2954 2 роки тому +1

    Michelle, Thank you. A specialist said I couldn't heal my trigger thumb without a cortisone shot and possible surgery. I aggressively disagreed.
    I found you on UTUBE. In 24 jours I ordered the oval eight and taped up my thumb. I have been doing the 3 exercises above and have experienced relief.
    I use a small ball too which I came across in another youtube video you posted for Trigger fingers! Thank you so much for your easy-to-follow advice!

    • @VirtualHandCare
      @VirtualHandCare  2 роки тому

      You are welcome! I am glad you are being proactive!! 👍

  • @susanlee8242
    @susanlee8242 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing. I was diagnosed with trigger thumb and I followed steps by steps. My thumb is now getting better in less than a week. Thank you so much❤👍🏻 thumb up😊

  • @PixieyDust
    @PixieyDust Рік тому

    I got trigger thumb from the way I hold my drawing pad. I was in agony and scared. I looked up why my thumb knuckle got so swollen and locked up to where I had to physically pop it back and that hurt soooo bad!
    I watched your video and did the exercises, I couldn't buy a brace, didn't have the money. So I worked hard on not bending it. After a couple of days, it felt a tiny bit better so I wanted to keep doing them while waiting for my pain doc appt. I did them exactly how you suggested for two months. It helped so much my Dr said keep doing them and see where you are in two months. Thank you so much! I can almost bend it on my own, but not quite there, the knuckle might have arthritis in it but it hardly locks up on its own now. Thank you again!

  • @viridiangreen8259
    @viridiangreen8259 5 місяців тому

    I have the splint and the exercises and yes diagnostic - thank you - also purchased a round "ice ball" maker for cold therapy

  • @chrislim7361
    @chrislim7361 3 роки тому +19

    Thanks for your video! I start the exercise and I do it 2 to 3 times a day since two weeks ago. My trigger thumb has a lot of improvement. This is my second time got trigger thumb and I had the pain for 4 months. Doctor does not allow for injection anymore as I already had once and he send me home and want me to do exercise. I have been watching countless UA-cam video, doesn’t help until I found your video, I believe I can recover if I continue with the exercise, thanks again!

    • @chrislim7361
      @chrislim7361 3 роки тому +3

      It has been 2 months since I came across this video and my trigger thumb has improved tremendously and almost can be considered as fully recovered. Thanks again!

    • @azanshamasofficial2076
      @azanshamasofficial2076 3 роки тому

      bro your thumb was dislocated ? my thumb is dislocated 14 day before now my stiches is open and my thumb is straigh not moved i am very upset

    • @sabrinaandbenji1390
      @sabrinaandbenji1390 2 роки тому

      @@azanshamasofficial2076 no it was not dislocated..it was trigger thumb which is completely different than dislocation.

  • @Colorpockit
    @Colorpockit Рік тому +6

    I love the oval 8 splint because it allows me to still get things done without my thumb triggering, but I feel like it is giving me some nerve damage on the outside edge of my thumb, so I stopped wearing it as much. Love the exercises you showed and will give them a try.

  • @amabellewong6213
    @amabellewong6213 2 роки тому +1

    Thank u so much for the trigger thumb exercise. My Trigger Thumb have a 95% improvement for 2 months and a half months now. It is still on the healing stage. I still use the band aid as a splint every night. I thought I would have undergo an operation. But Save a lot of money and the pain I would have undergone if I did not watch this Video.

  • @archanahazarika1064
    @archanahazarika1064 Рік тому +5

    I have been having right thumb finger pain with heavy stiffness for 6 months. Seeing your videos I practice exercises . Now all pain gone . Now I can hold glass, cups, typing without any locking. Thanks for sharing .

  • @DD_2022-h4t
    @DD_2022-h4t Рік тому +4

    These exercises are very helpful, thank you so much for sharing! I can feel a difference already! And the oval 8 splints are wonderful at keeping my thumb straight so I won't be in pain when it catches/gets stuck throughout the day!

  • @letteriobarbera9852
    @letteriobarbera9852 2 місяці тому

    Danke!

  • @Newcomb-DigitalMarketing
    @Newcomb-DigitalMarketing 6 місяців тому

    I had never heard of trigger finger before researching what was going on with my thumb. I searched for PT options, and yours is the best I found. I ordered figure-8 splints yesterday, and they will arrive this morning-any minute now. THANKS!!!

  • @dianelear8227
    @dianelear8227 Рік тому

    just head from the dr. I have trigger thumb on right hand. I followed these exercises. She recommended a cortizone shot inside the joint. I don't think the idea of me being a teacher writing all day long for 20 years sunk in. I didn't even get a brace.? So thank you for excercises. This was more helpful than my appointment at the office this morning!

  • @mozizo11
    @mozizo11 Рік тому

    diagnosed with trigger thumb , and just did a cortisol injection today to the thumb tendon and have it worst and swelling a little (its a known side effect for 2 days)
    i actually asked my doctor if i need this injection and he recommended it..
    now i watch this video and realize there are exercises and physical therapy for this trigger thumb issue, that maybe takes longer to heal but i don't mind
    . hope i didn't make a mistake with the injection . anyway ill try those exercises in few days when the swelling goes
    Thanks for the videos 👍 (thumb up Hahaha)

  • @pauls6679
    @pauls6679 2 роки тому +1

    I just wanted to say thank you. I developed trigger thumb about 6 months ago or so. Diagnosed 2 months ago, scheduled Dr appt for shot when I found you. I postponed the Dr and ordered the oval 8 -3 pack of different sizes, ( really important because some days my thumb would swell up) and did the exercises. 2 months later, no trigger thumb. I still wear the oval 8 when I sleep and sometimes during the day and still do some stretching but I just wanted to thank you for the help it really worked!!

    • @VirtualHandCare
      @VirtualHandCare  2 роки тому

      So happy to hear this! 👍👍👍 You are welcome!

  • @gaiaor9163
    @gaiaor9163 3 роки тому +3

    I started with your exercises and recommendations 24 hours ago and I am already feeling relief.

  • @moniquer8051
    @moniquer8051 Рік тому +2

    I started wearing the oval 8 splint in February. I’ve worn it almost 24 hours a day. My thumb seems to have finally healed. It has been very stiff since removing the oval 8, probably because I didn’t exercise it enough. I will say, I feel so much better. Your method truly works. I have been doing epsom salt soaks for the stiffness.

    • @deeann9750
      @deeann9750 Рік тому +1

      Where did you buy the oval eight?

    • @tommartin1609
      @tommartin1609 Рік тому

      ​@@deeann9750I just ordered some from Amazon. You need to measure your thumb joint first to figure out which size you'll need.

    • @sabhunt07
      @sabhunt07 Рік тому

      Found mine online Wal-mart@@deeann9750

  • @DawnaRo
    @DawnaRo 4 місяці тому

    These exercises WORK! It took almost 2 months, but it did work. I bought the oval 8 and a warning. You WILL lose it at some point unless you tape it to your thumb. 3 years later I'm now having trigger finger of my right pointer finger, so I'm back for more exercises and I just ordered more oval 8's because my thumb one doesn't fit my pointer.

  • @BeckieWhite
    @BeckieWhite 2 роки тому

    Thanks!

  • @ceciliachouinard6008
    @ceciliachouinard6008 2 роки тому

    Hi!
    Im Cecilia a senior in my seventies and I'm having trouble with my thumbs specially my left side I ignored it for a long time and did my daily activities with pain and stuffed thumb! Now I'm starting now to follow through with you today Dec the second after months of procrastination! I got the trigger thumb that I bought and hardly used it! Now I'm starting your recommendation and exercise I had a bad left shoulder also!
    You're great is giving me some hope and optimism thank you so much and may God Bless you!!!
    Cecilia

  • @JimDunkerton
    @JimDunkerton Рік тому +1

    Thanks so much. Very helpful!

  • @dianelear8227
    @dianelear8227 Рік тому

    I just started using your video today and clearly had a great amount of catching/triggering during it. I heard you say that I shouldn't have any at all. And I did. But maybe I am new to it.

  • @neelubhere
    @neelubhere 5 місяців тому

    I don't usually comment, but I have had trigger thumb for 3 weeks with no relief. 😢 having just had an xray, am waiting for results as its been extremely painful. You're exercises have helped the pain so much, and I wanted to say a huge thank you. For anyone in pain, you are a God send.

  • @alabamaflip2053
    @alabamaflip2053 Рік тому +1

    I am a highly functional hypochondriac. I thought rigor mortis was setting in. LOL
    I like your sweet spirit and calm voice. Very informative video.
    The thumb just started acting up a couple weeks ago and I believe these exercises will indeed help.
    Thank you so much,
    Lots of love from Alabama.

    • @joekhalaf8009
      @joekhalaf8009 11 місяців тому

      Hello, Could you provide the same for the ring finger. Thanks a lot.

  • @elainescholly4605
    @elainescholly4605 3 місяці тому

    Yes, this thumb-triggering is new to me! I hadn't heard of it before. This has been very simple yet extremely helpful. Thanks

  • @chronosage561
    @chronosage561 Рік тому

    Your video has allowed me to keep working while I wait for the doctors. I was in so much pain before. Thank you.

    • @VirtualHandCare
      @VirtualHandCare  Рік тому

      That's wonderful!! If this video helped, then you'll LOVE my new program Unlocked: Fix your Trigger Finger or Trigger Thumb Troubles to learn what else you can be doing to stop the triggering- virtualhandcare.com/fix-trigger-finger-and-trigger-thumb/

  • @zehrazaidi377
    @zehrazaidi377 3 роки тому +1

    Very informative video I am suffering from my trigger thumb few days back and your video helped me alot stay happy thankyou God bless you

  • @jerrimills-whitaker7185
    @jerrimills-whitaker7185 2 роки тому +1

    Girl, Thank you so much. I’m scheduled for surgery in January if this works No surgery for me👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽I’m a Type1 and this hand is my right hand thumb. Dominant hand. Trigger finger are really messed up my left hand. So lets see if this works❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

  • @musicantd
    @musicantd 11 місяців тому

    Just what I needed, thank you! I started watching this video and went looking for the Oval 8 I got for the trigger finger on middle finger of opposite hand a couple years ago. It fits, hurrah! My thumb trigger (pinky too, but it's not as bad) started immediately after I had endoscopic carpal tunnel release surgery on my left hand, now 4 weeks ago. I wasn't shocked because I had read that this can happen. The info said they don't understand the association! Anyway, I figure your trigger finger exercises and stretches are just what I need. My cousin (an M.D.) said that surgery can fix trigger finger, but I am hoping to fix these the "conservative" way.

  • @lorriantioch6907
    @lorriantioch6907 2 роки тому +2

    These thumb exercises enabled me to avoid surgery. I did surgery on my middle finger a few years ago. I am so grateful I did not have to do it again!!!!

    • @VirtualHandCare
      @VirtualHandCare  2 роки тому +1

      What??!!! That’s wonderful news!!

    • @airbornkid245
      @airbornkid245 Рік тому

      So, Lori Antioch, your trigger thumb is completely healed? Without surgery?

  • @lyndalee9396
    @lyndalee9396 2 роки тому

    I have been in pain on and off for several months and had no idea what was wrong with my thumb! A chiropractor said he could fix it in one visit but the pain would be the worst pain I ever felt and I have given birth twice! That did not resonate with me. I researched trigger thumb and your videos popped up. I ordered the oval 8 (I have a velcro wrist/thumb brace but have not been consistent in wearing it) and have been practicing your 3 exercises today...day one. I will follow this for the next 4-6 weeks and hopefully my thumb will be healed. Thank you so much for this information.

  • @ManjitKaurRuprai
    @ManjitKaurRuprai 2 роки тому

    I woke up to a pain in my thumb 2 weeks ago. I thought it would pass. I didn’t even know such a condition existed! I had to Google it and was shocked! I don’t like doctors and to be honest the state of the healthcare system in the UK I’ll be lucky to get seen! I’m trying these exercises. Already feel relief after doing this the once! Thank you 😊 I hope this thing corrects over time 🙏🏽
    Update: 3 weeks in of doing all of these I am getting better. My finger isn’t locking but I am still doing the exercises as a caution. Thank you ❤

  • @agneslibres8222
    @agneslibres8222 2 роки тому

    I suffer thumb trigger finger,i did the excercises u shared and it helps my thumb relax.thank you i will do it again.i still suffer the pain thanks for the advise not to click,i will not do it again bcoz so much pain it really hurts.i will share your video thank you im from Philippines.😊❤️

  • @faithxvoid
    @faithxvoid 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for posting this. My thumb started popping at the tip about a month ago. My first searches immediately told me it was trigger thumb, but they all also said I need surgery. I've been slabbed up in a splint or taped, but about once I week I do something dumb and pop it. That ring looks perfect! It's also nice to have exercises to do to help. I hoped I could find a solution like this as I used exercises to repair my tendonitis in my wrist.

  • @vahidmoradi6149
    @vahidmoradi6149 3 роки тому +4

    I had this problem at least for three months. My trigger finger 100% improved in three days after I did these practices.

    • @VirtualHandCare
      @VirtualHandCare  3 роки тому

      Fantastic! 💪

    • @mavischeng7895
      @mavischeng7895 3 роки тому

      This is very encouraging. I have this problem for 3 months and I am going to start doing these exercise now to see if there is any improvement. Thanks!

    • @rishitlakhani9867
      @rishitlakhani9867 3 роки тому

      @mavis - how was your result?

  • @loubino18
    @loubino18 Рік тому +1

    Thank you - so much better explained than from my Orthopedic surgeon! He actually said to use it so it would pop a few times a day so it didn't lock up, vs. your advice to ensure it didn't trigger - I trust you! :)

  • @brendabryant6347
    @brendabryant6347 6 місяців тому +1

    It actually felt good as I was doing these. I will definitely keep it up. Thank you so much. 👍😁

  • @steviethamanda9697
    @steviethamanda9697 Рік тому

    I will try this exercise, coz i have been suffering for trigger finger since April and a doctor told me that i should go for operation. But before that i will do those exercises.
    Thanks for your video

  • @lynnssquad51
    @lynnssquad51 Рік тому

    thank you so much ! I have not been diagnosed with trigger finger yet, but I will see my doctor about it. I like the splints and will ask about those. Very helpful video !

  • @ambercole2160
    @ambercole2160 3 роки тому +19

    Thank you for those three exercises I’ve been doing them three/four times a day for a week and wearing a splint/strapping and my thumb has really improved.

  • @M.C.Blackwell
    @M.C.Blackwell 3 роки тому +6

    Thank you so much for these exercises and there's a lot of good reviews here so I feel very hopeful they'll work for me. I couldn't bend my right thumb and was diagnosed with trigger finger and got the cortisone shot which was so painful that I'll never do it again. Hopefully I'll write back in a couple weeks and have some good results. Thank you so much

  • @normajidahmohamedlop5828
    @normajidahmohamedlop5828 Рік тому +2

    Thank you so much for the video,will try to do the exercises as deligently as possible. Started getting trigger thumb about a month ago, and yes, it's so frustrating when you cannot get your work done properly!!😂😂

  • @softailpatti9522
    @softailpatti9522 2 роки тому +7

    My right thumb caused me extreme pain, so I was taping it straight and avoiding the thumb completely. After just a few days of doing these exercises the thumb joint moves without pain or snapping open or shut! Very easy exercise to do, with great reward. Thank you for this wonderful explanation and solution, for me!

    • @HeySay3
      @HeySay3 2 роки тому +1

      Did your trigger thumb come back?

  • @valerieleetham2366
    @valerieleetham2366 3 роки тому +6

    Great video-wish I would have known this 3 years ago. I had trigger finger on both thumbs and ended up having the medical procedure to release it. My thumbs do not feel the same and it is bothersome.

    • @photobizniz
      @photobizniz 3 роки тому +3

      That's what prompted me to schedule an appointment with Michelle. Cortisone shots and surgery were recommended and I wanted to see if there was any way to resolve this without resorting to those options. Michelle has been wonderful in providing the education and path to recovery. My fear is that even after surgery I would still be having issues or it would feel different because surgery is a permanent procedure.

  • @maryrobinson3464
    @maryrobinson3464 Рік тому

    I had a steroid injection for the first time I had trigger thumb.This 2nd time I did these exercises faithfully for 7 weeks and they worked .Almost pain free now with only occasional trigger.I am a golfer so tape the thumb when I play.Thank you so much for sharing this video

  • @nikkilucas9533
    @nikkilucas9533 10 місяців тому +1

    Yesss, abduction - I learned that from my PT trainer Mia. I'm definitely getting the splint for both thumbs 👍🏼👍🏼...this is a great refresher

  • @donnadavid6123
    @donnadavid6123 Рік тому

    I am AMAZED! I started having “clicking” of my left thumb 3 months ago. (Luckily I’m right-hand dominant) This progressed to the point where I have been unable to bend my thumb within the last month without clicking hard and pain…and literally looking at my thumb and telling my brain to bend it…very hard to do! (I’m sure others may understand this) If I use my other hand to bend the top joint of my thumb, no problem or pain. So basically, my thumb is kind of stuck in a straight position.
    I swear on my life that I only did your instructions once…and only following the video, not even doing the reps you suggested (yet!) and I can ALREADY bend my thumb without pain or brain hesitation!
    I’m blown away! (But I need to stop bending it like crazy in excitement & let it rest!)
    I do have another question…and maybe you have another video addressing this? …I have dealt with carpal tunnel issues for many years, especially in my dominant right hand -comes/goes-I wear a full night brace now that has been a game changer but this past summer I also developed numbness in my left thumb tip and middle finger tip that is consistent 24/7.
    Any suggestions for this?
    Thank u so much!

    • @VirtualHandCare
      @VirtualHandCare  Рік тому

      I have lots of resources! These 2 are great for carpal tunnel prevention- ua-cam.com/video/brnslTYiDuY/v-deo.html and ua-cam.com/video/R2Wa2QPU_KI/v-deo.html. And my Unlocked program shows you how to stop the triggering- virtualhandcare.com/fix-trigger-finger-and-trigger-thumb/. And yes you don't want to keep 'checking' it! 😄

  • @jeffloflin6316
    @jeffloflin6316 Рік тому

    Fell twice during a trail race in June, sprained my wrist/hand badly. Just getting full range of motion back but noticed my thumb starting to click. Looking forward to trying the exercises.

  • @rishav12pacheria
    @rishav12pacheria 2 роки тому +1

    You are great is all I can say
    Really helped a lot

  • @sheilawilson1449
    @sheilawilson1449 Рік тому +1

    I’m in a oval 8 until December 16 , pain has lessened but the thumb has become stiffened straight . I’m hoping it will heal enough to get the use back , I’m gonna try to do these excercise as well !

  • @Glik3
    @Glik3 8 місяців тому

    Thank you for giving me the answer to the pain I have in my thumb. I have had X-rays , scans, and cortisone injections. Still have pain. I will do those exercises. Again, thank you . Georgie

  • @darhondajoesmithjones4691
    @darhondajoesmithjones4691 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you Thank you again 💯

  • @tsur1957
    @tsur1957 2 місяці тому +1

    fantastic excercises! thank you. It takes ages for me to get an appt. with a fysiotherapist, so this is a great help. Thank you!

  • @mc526
    @mc526 Рік тому +6

    Thank you! This is so helpful. My thumb has been popping for a couple of week, with very little pain. I've been taping it and wearing an Oval 8 splint and it for almost 2 weeks, and it hasn't gotten worse. I'm hoping these exercises will help it get better. It's good to know the timeline you recommend as well.

  • @shivbhasin1545
    @shivbhasin1545 Рік тому

    Very effective, am able to see improvement in my thumb. Thanks.

  • @phillipwise3329
    @phillipwise3329 Рік тому

    just started these and already they are helping.

  • @debbiesilberman-k3y
    @debbiesilberman-k3y Рік тому

    thank you so much- i am starting the exercises today

  • @Hitemup_NY-NJ
    @Hitemup_NY-NJ Місяць тому

    That felt real good 👍🏾 thank you so much

  • @rosannasun99
    @rosannasun99 Рік тому

    Thank you so much. I've only done it for one day, and I can feel it's going to help quite a bit! Glad I found this video.

  • @user-bv9bo7vu5n
    @user-bv9bo7vu5n Рік тому +2

    Thanks so much for sharing these tips on exercising trigger thumb. I’ve watched your video 3-5 times and used three of the techniques you demonstrated. It’s helping me so thanks again. 👍🏽

  • @robbyearl4460
    @robbyearl4460 10 днів тому

    Thumbs been bothering me for the better part of a month been massaging it then I found your video I did one set of each exercise and it's already considerably better thank you. I have no idea what an oval 8 is you might want to zoom in on that and explain what the hell it is LOL. I imagine it's a Band-Aid of some kind? I will look it up on the interwebs. Thank you again!

  • @Lizadanirod
    @Lizadanirod 2 роки тому +4

    After just trying these exercises just once, I immediately felt relief! I will continue to do these and wear my splint. Thank you for the video!!

  • @DonCee-y1s
    @DonCee-y1s 14 днів тому

    Dear Michelle VHC, thank you very much for your instructional informative and inspirational help. You provided me with more informative help than waiting 2 1/2 hours & at Cedars Sinai and passively getting the brush -off by a doctor. Once he diagnosed the problem his remedy was ' ibuprofen '. Nothing else, just that. What a waste of breath and britches & my time. I'm going to do everything you said to do! Thank you very much for your help.

    • @VirtualHandCare
      @VirtualHandCare  13 днів тому

      This makes me sad to hear, especially when research shows there are other effective ways to help. Consider joining my Unlocked program for Trigger thumb/finger prevention- virtualhandcare.com/fix-trigger-finger-and-trigger-thumb/

  • @SusanUllstad
    @SusanUllstad Рік тому

    These are helping, thanks, I'll be getting a cortisone shot in a couple of weeks and will continue exerising!

  • @kirthipremadasa3067
    @kirthipremadasa3067 Рік тому +1

    Thank you. The oval 8 is a great idea and i have been using it for a week. Helps to get everyday work done without the thumb snapping

  • @maireadtallon1897
    @maireadtallon1897 Рік тому +1

    Most most helpful. Mairéad, Ireland

  • @Hiiiinxjdbdbdidndn
    @Hiiiinxjdbdbdidndn 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you soo much ♡, i got it after i got an injection on my right hand and my hand was covered with a tight cloth for like 1 to 3 days(when i was 5 to 7 and im now 13), thats how it ended up getting it , im really used to it but i hope it goes back to normal , i tried to unbend my thumb but it becomes straight and cant move backwards like a normal finger, and it makes a sound when i bend it back, but it works like a normal thumb, just bent, i was hoping it would become normal in a few days but i still have it (it could be the reason why i remember always writing slower than my classmates) and....☆Thank you sooooo much for this video!!!☆

  • @sonnybanaag3768
    @sonnybanaag3768 Рік тому

    will play this video several times to make sure I do all 3 exercises correctly, The Oval 8 splints just came in. I have everything I need to start my therapy. Thank you for all the content. Will keep you posted in a couple of days.

    • @clipsahoy1
      @clipsahoy1 Рік тому

      Hi! Hope you are ready for an update, plz

  • @maggielurmaggielur
    @maggielurmaggielur 10 місяців тому

    Great..the exercise works well..thank you

  • @pinacolada365
    @pinacolada365 4 місяці тому

    Although my situation is not extreme, I found this video because I am having steadily increasing pain and uselessness in my thumb --something I didn't know happens. As I followed the video instructions, I felt tingling up into my elbow sort of the same as when I workout an unused muscle. I will keep up with this and hopefully see a decrease in pain over time. I have done other hand exercises for mouse hand to stay ahead of it but I guess I never considered the thumb would need a workout too. I wonder what other body parts will announce themselves in need of tlc as I age. Bring it on. Thanks for creating this video it was easy to understand and follow. ❤

  • @tammy1190
    @tammy1190 2 роки тому

    Great easy to understand exercises.
    I have been on crutches for almost 32 years. My hand hurt last week so I squeezed it , the thumb, it popped and now it is triggering mostly in am and at night. It seems to be better in day time so I'm hoping exercises and oval 8 are my answer.
    I may add CBD in for inflammation. I have heard great things about it working for inflammation.
    Thank you for !!!!

  • @khangaming9180
    @khangaming9180 Рік тому +1

    Iam from india cant even able to lift my thumb in few my thumb is completely moving thank you very much I hope you will do much good vedious in future love mam from india ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @radolfkalis4041
    @radolfkalis4041 3 роки тому +9

    Just doing as you were doing during the length of this vid gave me relief. I was able to actually straighten my thumb freely with no pain. It did not last long, but I have hope that continuing to do this will make it better. Thank you!

    • @HeySay3
      @HeySay3 2 роки тому

      Does your trigger thumb keep coming back ?

  • @josephtaylor5909
    @josephtaylor5909 Рік тому

    Ok so I'm pretty amazed right now I literally did all the exercises while first seeing this video and these work! I recently got the trigger thumb like a month now and it's been scary, annoying and painful so yeah when I'm not a work I don't straighten it and it hurts less, but as she even said now when I need it straight sometimes to grasp things at work it pops and hurts more. So to everyone out there my pain level and fixation is a #2 on her scale and so I'm not to bad off also the #3 exercise is a huge winner for me also immediately after doing like 10 slow reps of it my thumb could straighten without pain slowly and that's a huge improvement I hate being injured or feeling worn out. Thanks a ton for this video now I do need to obtain that thumb brace though so good luck to all others with this issue👍

  • @zenobiagarcia6866
    @zenobiagarcia6866 Рік тому

    thank you for the exercises. I will do them for my thumb

  • @veronicaoliveiro6367
    @veronicaoliveiro6367 2 роки тому +1

    Got a shock waking up to a triggered thumb this morning. Both my hands had underwent carpel tunnel syndrome surgeries recently (one in Feb and one just 2 weeks ago) and i read online these may be what is causing the TF. Will get a splint soon and try out your exercises, thank you for the knowledge imparted.

    • @tamianderson1982
      @tamianderson1982 2 роки тому

      I had the same issue. Two days after I was diagnosed with carpal tunnel I woke up with trigger thumbs.

  • @kayjohnston-526
    @kayjohnston-526 Рік тому

    I am healing!!! Told by hand surgeon and orthopedic doctor I needed surgery. I listened to your video in mid September and purchased a set of the oval eights and started end of September. Over the past few days while exercising noticed my thumb is functioning. I am still taking care using splint and exercising so how do I transition from the splints?

  • @VSLComputers
    @VSLComputers Рік тому

    Ordered the Oval 8... going to try this when it comes in.

  • @akairibbon4658
    @akairibbon4658 Рік тому

    I have like, super early trigger thumb symptoms, i would guess grade 1 or something but these, especially the 3rd one really help. Thank you :)

  • @WendyC-y4k
    @WendyC-y4k Рік тому

    Thanks for the video. I sure hope this works. I just ordered my oval eight splint. I’m so tired of this recurring trigger thumb. I am trying to avoid surgery. I just can’t imagine not being able to use my right hand for anything after surgery. It’s bad enough as it is with it being in a split.

  • @jennademesa7135
    @jennademesa7135 8 місяців тому

    Thank you.I will try these exercises..I have trigger thumb and it hurts😢🫰

  • @blessedbeliever8725
    @blessedbeliever8725 8 місяців тому

    Wow….this video is awesome…..your presentation is awesome…..I am excited to get my thumb back to 100% good health. These exercises look so spot on. Thanks again….blessings….BB

  • @dlbstl
    @dlbstl 6 місяців тому

    Thank you I'm going to try these out🎉

  • @robertmatulis8557
    @robertmatulis8557 Рік тому

    Excellent and informative. I was able to learn what exactly is going on and also provided three exercises to work on it. Thanks "👍"

    • @robertmatulis8557
      @robertmatulis8557 Рік тому

      By the way, I think the cause of my problems is my smartphone. That particular thumb that has the trigger issues is the one I use a tremendous amount on the phone every day. My guess is modifying how I use my thumb with my smartphone will also help