Instructions:
- 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