Movement guide
Abductor pollicis brevis
Lifts the thumb away from the plane of the palm.
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Thumb lift
Thumb abduction · Light band
Also works
Other thenar muscles stabilize the thumb
How to perform +
With your palm facing up, lift your thumb away from the plane of the palm against light resistance.
Keep the thumb gently curved and the wrist supported.
Example volume · 1–2 sets × 8–12 reps