This exercise may not be suitable for you. Consult a health professional before beginning this exercise if you are unsure.
You may experience mild muscle soreness that lasts a few days after this exercise. Seek medical assistance if the soreness persists, if you feel any new or increasing pain, or if you feel dizzy, clammy, or short of breath.
Theraputty is a strong, latex-free, putty-like material used for rehabilitating and strengthening your hands.
By stretching, pinching, kneading, and squeezing the putty in your hand, you exercise the muscles. Regular exercise helps to reduce stiffness and keep your joints and muscles working well.
Homemade therapy dough can be a great substitute for Theraputty that’s just as effective for strengthening your hands.
Follow the recipe below to make your own therapy dough. (This is a great activity to do with kids!)
You can also add sand or rice to change the texture of the dough.
Do not consume therapy dough.
Therapy dough can last up to 6 months if stored in an airtight container.
Use wheat-free ingredients if you have a wheat allergy.
Try holding each exercise position for a few seconds and repeat five to ten times depending on your ability.
Squeeze the dough with all your fingers and your thumb.
Keep your knuckles straight and bend the tips of your fingers to squeeze the dough.
Pinch the dough with your thumb and each finger in turn.
Bending your hand only at the large knuckles, press the dough down against your thumb.
Press the dough against your index finger with your thumb. Keep your other fingers straight.
Squeeze the dough between your thumb and the side of your index finger.
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Arthritis Australia. (2024, May). Wrists & hands. https://arthritisaustralia.com.au/what-is-arthritis/areas-of-the-body/wrists-hands/
