The best exercise for your hands depends on your specific needs and goals. If you're looking to increase hand strength, squeezing a soft ball is a simple and effective exercise.
Here's how to do it:
- Hold a soft ball in your palm and squeeze it as hard as you can.
- Hold for a few seconds and release.
- Repeat 10 to 15 times on each hand.
- Do this exercise two to three times a week, but rest your hands for 48 hours in between sessions.
- Don't do this exercise if your thumb joint is damaged.
Other exercises that can help improve hand function include:
- Range-of-motion exercises: These help to improve the flexibility and movement of your fingers and wrist.
- Wrist extension and flexion: These exercises strengthen the muscles that move your wrist up and down.
- Wrist supination/pronation: These exercises strengthen the muscles that rotate your forearm.
- Finger strengthening exercises: These exercises target the muscles that control your fingers.
Important considerations:
- Consult with your doctor or a physical therapist: They can recommend exercises that are right for you and help you avoid injury.
- Listen to your body: Stop if you feel any pain.
