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Soft ball squeeze

Part of Hand and thumb arthritis

Line drawing showing the exercise Soft ball squeeze
Line drawing of the movement

How to do it

Sit with your forearm resting on a table. Hold a soft sponge in your hand. Squeeze gently, as if holding a small bird. Hold, then slowly let go. Do not squeeze hard.

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