13 Hacks to Save You From Awkward Situations That All of Us Have Been In Before

13. A jammed ring

When a ring gets stuck on your finger, it can be a frustrating situation. One simple trick to help remove it is to raise your hand above your head for a few minutes. By keeping your hand elevated, gravity assists in draining blood away from your fingertips and toward your shoulder. This slight decrease in finger swelling may provide just enough space for the ring to slide off with ease. Raising your hand above heart level utilizes the body's natural circulatory system. The veins that return blood to the heart must work against gravity to pump the blood upwards. When the hand is lowered, this process reverses, allowing fresh blood flow back into the fingers. Temporarily restricting this flow by elevating the hand can reduce any swelling. This ring removal method is safe, drug-free, and can be attempted before seeking professional assistance. It avoids the need for lubricants or tools that could potentially damage the ring or injure the finger. Simply raise your arm straight up, remaining patient for a few minutes before gently trying to twist and pull the ring off. With a little help from gravity, that stubborn ring may finally release its grip.