Parkinson’s Hand Stiffness? Try This Easy Extension Exercise

Whether you have Parkinson’s or arthritis, if your hands become stiff, every task takes longer and it really affects your quality of life. Many of the exercises recommended for stiff hands involve flexion (as in squeezing)—but with PD, that’s the very position we are trying to counteract. We need to open and extend our fingers and hands.

Flexed, rigid hands are a common problem with Parkinson’s. Fortunately, there are exercises you can do every day to counteract the tightening of the palm side as well as strengthen the extensor muscles that run along the back side so that you can open your hands more easily.

This ball-extension exercise is effective and easy to do. Best of all, you can do it seated or standing.

Watch this video about Parkinson’s hand stiffness and learn How To Do This Easy Extension Exercise:

Did you know that we offer a variety of specialty digital courses to address your Parkinson’s symptoms, including stiff hands and feet and stooped posture?

• PD Exercises to Improve Hand Dexterity & Mobility
• “From Cramping Feet to Happy Feet!” Course
• Rebel Fit Club Posture School

And if you’re looking to improve your balance, you can join our Balance Builders Course! It’s a five-week course that you can do in person or virtually. Classes are held once a week, and you’ll also get recorded videos that you can do at home. For more information, email Kimberly.

💜 Coach Kimberly