Tendon Glides for Healthy Hands
Tendon Glides Explained
Tendon Glides are range-of-motion exercises that are often used to improve flexibility and reduce stiffness in the fingers and hands. These exercises are particularly helpful for people who are recovering from injuries or surgeries that have affected their hand or wrist mobility.
To perform one of the Tendon Glides, follow these steps:
- Begin by holding your hand out in front of you with your palm facing down.
- Slowly bend your fingers down towards your palm, keeping your thumb straight.
- Hold this position for a few seconds, then slowly straighten your fingers back out.
- Next, bend your fingers down towards your palm again, but this time, keep your fingers straight and only bend at the knuckles.
- Hold this position for a few seconds, then slowly straighten your fingers back out.
- Finally, make a fist with your hand, then slowly open your hand back up and stretch your fingers out.
- Repeat this exercise several times a day, gradually increasing the number of repetitions as your hand becomes stronger and more flexible.
Tendon Glides help to stretch and strengthen the tendons in the fingers and hands, improving overall flexibility and range of motion. It is a simple and effective exercise that can be done anywhere, anytime, and does not require any special equipment.
Early Intervention Benefits
The Tendon Glide exercise has several early intervention health benefits for the hands and fingers. Here are some of the key benefits:
- Improves flexibility: The Tendon Glide exercise is an excellent way to increase the flexibility of the tendons in your fingers and hands. By performing this exercise regularly, you can help reduce stiffness and improve your range of motion.
- Increases strength: The Tendon Glide exercise also helps to strengthen the tendons in your fingers and hands. This can be especially helpful for people who are recovering from injuries or surgeries and need to rebuild their strength.
- Reduces pain: People with conditions like arthritis or carpal tunnel syndrome often experience pain and discomfort in their hands and fingers. The Tendon Glide exercise can help reduce pain by improving flexibility and reducing stiffness.
- Prevents injuries: By keeping your hands and fingers flexible and strong, the Tendon Glide exercise can help prevent injuries like strains, sprains, and repetitive strain injuries.
- Improves dexterity: The Tendon Glide exercise can also improve your dexterity and fine motor skills. This can be especially beneficial for people who work with their hands, such as musicians or artists.
Overall, the Tendon Glide exercise is a simple and effective way to improve the health and function of your hands and fingers. It is easy to perform and can be done anywhere, making it a great addition to any exercise routine.
These early intervention exercises are to improve health and fitness.
If you have an injury or illness, consult with a health care professional before attempting.
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