Wrap A Rubber Band Around Your Fingers To Keep The Pain And Stiffness Away
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There is no denying that our hands take care of almost everything for us, from the smallest things to the toughest of jobs. And you realize this the most when your hands get injured or cut.
Therefore, we must give as much attention to our hands as we give to our other body parts. And since they work so hard, it is very important to have flexible and strong hands.
Did you know that there are a number of exercises that can help in maintaining the strength of your hands? They are really easy to perform, and strengthen the ligaments and tendons of the hands. Moreover, they facilitate the production of the synovial fluid. This fluid helps in easing the motion of the joints. If you have arthritis, you must do these regularly.
Mentioned below are a few exercises that will you keep your hands working efficiently forever! Check them out.
1. Stretch Them Out
Stretching out is one of the basic and most useful hand exercises. To do this, place your hands on a flat surface. Now, stretch your fingers as much as you can (of course, do not hurt yourself by stretching them too much!) Hold the stretch for a minute and then loosen them up.
This exercise is great if your hands have been clenched or cramped up for a while. It provides instant relief from arthritis pain as well.
2. Make An ‘O’
This exercise is also quite simple. To make an ‘O’, touch the fingertips of all the four fingers to the tip of your thumb and create a circular shape. Try to make it as circular as possible. Hold your hands in this position for a few seconds and then release them.
Whenever you feel that your fingers have become stiff, do this exercise. You will experience relief within a few minutes.
3. Make A Fist
Making a fist is something that everybody does, but what we are not aware of is its benefits. To make a proper fist, all you have to do is curl your fingers inwards and then wrap your thumb over the fingers. But the trick is you have to do it slowly. Once you are done making the fist, hold your hand in this position for a few seconds. Then, slowly uncurl your fingers until they are straight again. Repeat this ten times on each hand. This is great for treating arthritis pain as well.
4. Bend Your Thumb
To perform this exercise, you have to fold your thumb inwards, as if you are trying to touch your pinky finger. Hold it still for a few seconds and then release it.
Did you know that in the American Sign Language, this means that you are making the letter “B” using your hands? Interesting, isn’t it?
5. Bend Your Fingers
After the thumb bend, it’s time to bend the other fingers as well. First, extend all the fingers. Now, start bending the fingers one after the other. Start with the index finger first. Bend it inwards, towards your palm. Hold it for a few seconds and then release it. Straighten all your fingers again and then continue doing the same till you bend your pinky finger. Doing this will stretch each one of your fingers.
6. Make A Claw
To make a claw with your hands, curl up your fingers in such a way that your fingertips touch the top portion of your palm. Your thumb should be straight, and your hands should look like a kitty’s claw.
Hold your hands in this position for a few seconds and then release.
7. Make A 90 Degree Right Angle
This is also a very easy-to-do exercise. To do this, rest your hands on a flat surface with the pinky fingers touching the surface.
Now, slowly bend all your fingers inwards, but do not curl your fingers to form a fist. Try to keep your knuckle joints at right angles and keep your thumbs straight.
Hold your hands in this position for a few seconds and then release them slowly.
8. Lift Your Fingers Upwards
Place your palm straight on a flat surface. Now, start lifting each of your fingers one by one. Hold your fingers in this position for a few seconds and then release them.
9. Use A Rubber Band
The rubber band forms a great tool for performing hand exercises. Take a rubber band and put it on your fingers and thumb. Stretch your fingers outwards, as far as the band stretches.
This will provide resistance to your fingers and will give your finger muscles the much needed workout.
10. Stretch Your Wrists
The wrists are as important as our fingers and palm and need the same amount of love and attention. To perform wrist exercises, hold out your hand straight. Now, using your other hand, gently pull down the extended hand until you feel your forearms being stretched.
Hold your hand in this position for a few seconds and then release it. Now repeat the same with the another hand. This is a great exercise for your arms as well.
You can perform these exercises whenever you are free.
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