I've just been diagnosed with Osteoarthritis in my fingers. What are the best exercises for me?

c_sharp

I need some advise on exercises to help keep my hands and fingers moving to help manage my Osteoarthritis.

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@c_sharp welcome to the community

c_sharp

Thank you very much

stickywicket

Two exercises I've been given by physios are:

1. Get some Playdough and roll it into a ball. Two pots do me but, if you have large hands, you might need three. Practice squeezing and releasing. Make sure you're using all fingers.
2. In turn, touch your thumb with each finger.

Sorry, I can't remember any more.

Tom

Welcome to the Community, @c_sharp

I see you would like some suggestions for exercises that might help your OA in your fingers.

Here are some exercises that may help.

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/exercising-with-arthritis/exercises-for-healthy-joints/exercises-for-the-fingers-hands-and-wrists/

and some more general background information on exercise.

https://www.versusarthritis.org/news/2020/november/how-can-strengthening-and-stretching-help-your-arthritis/

I wish you luck with your exercise. Please let us know how you get on.

Tom

AustraliaBaby1

Just started doing finger exercises.....feel slight improvement, less stiffness. Going to carry on!