Opponens pollicis

Movement guide

Opponens pollicis

Rotates and draws the thumb across the palm for opposition.

01

Thumb opposition with putty

Thumb control · Soft putty

Also works

Abductor pollicis brevis, flexor pollicis brevis

How to perform +

Place soft putty near the base of your little finger. Bring the thumb across the palm to press into it.

Move the thumb base rather than only bending the tip.

Example volume · 1–2 sets × 8–12 gentle reps