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Yoga Therapy for the Hands, Wrists and Forearms

Beginner I
(69 Reviews)
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We use our hands for almost everything we do throughout the day, from checking email to chopping vegetables for dinner. On top of this, if your work requires you to use your hands in repetitive motions, then the muscles and joints of the hands, wrists and forearms are particularly at risk for inflammation.

Practicing this therapeutic sequence of exercises increases strength and flexibility in the small muscles of the hands and fingers, where over 25% of our body’s bones are located, helping reduce inflammation, removing built-up stress and increasing range of motion.

Equipment

  • None

Focus

  • Legs and Feet
  • Arms/Hands

Style

  • Hatha Yoga
  • Yoga Therapy
kirkau
February 11, 2014
Comment:

I do a lot of typing in my work, and boy do I need to do these exercises more often. I also tend to have really cold hands and feet, and this practice warmed up my fingers very nicely.

Comment Replies

govinda
July 17, 2014
Comment:

Great, kirkau! I had not noticed a temperature change in my hands myself, but that makes total sense. More blood flow and drainage will certainly help with temperature regulation. Thanks for passing on the benefit!
And thanks for practicing!
Erica

Suzzann
August 6, 2013
Comment:

It doesn't need any equipment, and you stand the whole time, and it's only 10 minutes. How much better can you get for those who are on a tight schedule?

Comment Replies

govinda
July 17, 2014
Comment:

You got it, Punkypooch. You could even do this at work. See if you can work it into your day three or four times, and feel the difference after a couple of weeks!
Keep praciting,
Erica

bloominlotus
May 26, 2013
Comment:

Hello, Thank you very much for this hand yoga practice video. I crochet and knit a lot and was wondering: When is the best time for me to do this practice? Before OR after I begin to crochet/knit? Thank you!

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govinda
May 26, 2013
Comment:

Great question! I recommend doing these exercises before and after knitting. I have done a lot of knitting myself, and know how much your forearms, wrists and fingers can get tight and overused. Focus on the stretches that feel the most intense for you, and even do those ones multiple times during the day to help your arms out, then as maintenance as long as you keep knitting.
here's to a long, knit-filled life!
erica

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