05/27/2026
Can a simple finger exercise help support brain health? 🧠🤏
In a recent WCVB segment, BID Milton neurologist Jennifer Dearborn-Tomazos, MD, shares her perspective on the viral “Pinky Time” trend and what science tells us about keeping our brains healthy as we age.
While no single exercise is a magic solution, activities that challenge the brain and promote coordination may play a role in supporting long-term cognitive health.
Watch the video to learn more about the trend, and the evidence behind it 👇
Pinky-time is a viral finger exercise that may help brain health, according to Beth Israel Deaconess neurologist Dr. Jennifer Dearborn-Tomazos.