"After a few rounds, she opened her fingers wide multiple times for another stretch, then pushed all her fingers backward, then gently pulled on each one individually. "We have to strengthen our fingers because the stronger they are, the more flexible they can be," she added. "Doesn't it feel good?" It's one of those TikToks that stops you in your tracks and compels you to follow along. As you try it, you can feel your muscles loosening, your hands relaxing, and your blood starting"
"While Dr. Joy said these moves can strengthen your hands and help prevent the symptoms of arthritis down the road, they also offer a much-needed stretch that feels amazing in the moment - and that's what hit with the TikTok crowd. According to Dr. Dan Ginader, PT, DPT, a physical therapist, most people don't stretch any part of their body as regularly as they should, and you often can't tell until you do something to loosen up."
A short series of hand stretches — opening and closing the hands, spreading fingers wide, pushing fingers backward, and gently pulling each finger — loosens muscles, relaxes the hands, and increases blood circulation. These moves also strengthen fingers, which can improve flexibility and may reduce the risk of arthritis symptoms over time. Many people report immediate relief and newfound awareness of hand discomfort after trying the routine. A physical therapist observes that most people do not stretch regularly and that brief routines can prevent stiffness. The sequence provides a convenient break for people who frequently text, clutch phones, or perform repetitive hand tasks.
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