Millions of people around the world suffer from some sort of arthritis. About ten percent of cases involve a person’s hands and fingers. Millions more deal with other types of muscle stiffness or stiff finger joints.

While there are many treatments to alleviate the pain associated with pain and stiffness in fingers, one of the best ways to prevent and treat recurring pain is with routine exercises. If you deal with finger joint pain and stiffness, these three exercises can make a big difference in how you feel.

#1. Clenching Your Hand

One of the first stiff finger joints exercises you should try is a hand clench. Straighten out your fingers and thumb. Slowly curl your fingers into a fist with the thumb on the outside of the hand.

Hold this clenched position for a few seconds and repeat. Do this up to 10 times per day to help with stiffness.

#2. Thumb Touch

Physical therapists recommend this exercise for stiff finger joints. Relax your wrist, and point your thumb and fingers up. Touch your thumb to each fingertip, one at a time.

When you do this exercise, it will look like you are making the “okay sign” with each finger. Repeat this exercise 10 times on each hand.

#3. Finger Lift

Place both hands in front of you on a table. Put your palms down shoulder-width apart. Lift both thumbs from the table as high as you can and hold the position for five seconds. Repeat with each finger, but keep your other fingers and thumb flat on the table.

Repeat this exercise 8-10 times twice a day.

Relieve Stiff Finger Joints With Natural Pain Relievers

Your first reaction to painful, stiff fingers might be reaching for a bottle of over-the-counter pain relievers. These medications can provide temporary relief, but there can be some unpleasant side effects. A natural alternative to pain medication is copper-based creams that have analgesic properties.

Copper is an essential nutrient your body needs. Topical creams containing copper may reduce inflammation and help improve circulation. Applying a copper cream can provide welcome relief for painful, stiff fingers.

Relieve the Pain Naturally

Stiff finger joints in the morning or throughout the day can be uncomfortable and disruptive to your routine. You should always consult with your doctor if you are experiencing pain. Over-the-counter pain relief medications can provide some relief, but these are not recommended for long-term use.

You can ease much of the discomfort from stiff joints by using some simple exercises physical therapists recommend to their patients. These three exercises can help reduce joint stiffness naturally.

Topical copper creams can be used on stiff, aching joints in your hands and fingers. Copper is an essential nutrient that may have anti-inflammatory properties. Many people who suffer from arthritis-like symptoms benefit from using it as a remedy for pain.

Contact us to learn more about the benefits of copper creams as a natural analgesic, or shop our wide range of copper-infused products for stiff finger joints.