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Thumb opposition

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  1. With your affected hand, point your fingers and thumb straight up. Your wrist should be relaxed, following the line of your fingers and thumb.
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  2. Touch your affected thumb to each finger, one finger at a time. This will look like an "okay" sign, but try to keep your other fingers straight and pointing upward as much as you can.
  3. Repeat 8 to 12 times.
  4. Switch hands and repeat steps 1 through 3, even if only one thumb is sore.
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