Come into a comfortable sitting position with the target limb positioned palm down with the elbow bent to 90 degrees
Bending through the knuckles to grip the object of choice, squeeze inwards to the palm
Hold the contraction as indicated by your Physiotherapist
Grip Strength: Shoulder flexion & Elbow Extension
Instructions:
In a seated position, bring arm out in front straight creating a 90 degree angle at the shoulder, keeping elbow extended and thumb should be on top of the ball
From this position, using a soft ball or other if prescribed by physiotherapist, squeeze the ball
Hold and repeat as per physiotherapist guidelines
Grip Strength: Shoulder flexion, Elbow Extension and Pronation
Instructions:
In a seated position, bring arm out in front straight creating a 90 degree angle at the shoulder, keeping elbow extended and top of the hand facing the roof.
From this position, using a soft ball or other if prescribed by physiotherapist, squeeze the ball
Hold and repeat as per physiotherapist guidelines
Precautions:
Your Physiotherapist may encourage the use of a soft ball or theraputty for this exercise
Contraction strength may vary
Hand position may also change dependent on the injury or nature of symptoms
