Dowel grip exercise : How to do, Benefits, Side Effects, Uses, Precautions

( Dowel grip )

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Name of exercise  Resist finger flx w/dowel
Other names of exercise Dowel grip
Description of exercise The dowel grip exercise is a simple yet effective exercise that helps strengthen the muscles in your hands, wrists, and forearms. To perform this exercise, you will need a wooden dowel or a broomstick. Hold the dowel in both hands with an overhand grip, palms facing down. Slowly rotate the dowel in a circular motion, making sure to keep your wrists straight. This exercise can also be done by rotating the dowel in the opposite direction or by using an underhand grip. The dowel grip exercise is great for improving grip strength, wrist stability, and forearm endurance. It can also help prevent injuries and improve overall hand dexterity.
Do each time for how long Do this for 10 times, or do as many times instructed by your doctor.
Do daily for how many time Do daily two times, or do as per instructed by your doctor.
Do for how many days Do for two to three weeks, or do upto days told by your doctor.
How to do exercise
  • Grasp dowel in hand and tighten fingers.
  • Relax and repeat.

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    Body Part Hand
    Type of Muscles __
    Category of Exercise __
    Type of Exercise Resisted
    Body Position Standing, Sitting
    Difficulty Level Low
    Direction of Exercise Flextion
    Type of Action Duction, Flexion, Extension, Plantarflexion, Abduction

    Benefits of exercise

    According to scientific research, this exercise helps in the body per below(ME/1)

  • Increased grip strength
  • Improved hand and finger dexterity
  • Enhanced forearm muscle development
  • Better overall hand and wrist stability
  • Increased coordination and control
  • Improved hand and wrist endurance
  • Reduced risk of hand and wrist injuries
  • Can be done with minimal equipment
  • Versatile exercise with many variations
  • Can be incorporated into a full body workout routine

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    1 Benefits of exercise
    2 When to avoid this exercise
    3 Precautions
    4 Helpful in Diseases

    When to avoid this exercise

  • The Dowel grip exercise should be avoided if you have any pre-existing injuries or conditions that may be aggravated by this exercise. This includes wrist, elbow, or shoulder injuries, as well as conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome or tendinitis. If you experience any pain or discomfort while performing the exercise, stop immediately and consult with a medical professional. Additionally, if you are pregnant or have recently given birth, it is best to avoid this exercise as it can put strain on the abdominal muscles. It is also important to avoid this exercise if you are not properly warmed up or if you are fatigued, as this can increase the risk of injury.

    • Precautions

    As per several scientific studies, some precautions need to be taken while doing this exercise such as(ME/2)

  • Begin with a thick object and progress as possible to a thin dowel such as a pencil.

    • Helpful in Diseases

  • Arthritis
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Tendinitis
  • Repetitive strain injury
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Tennis elbow
  • Golfer’s elbow
  • De Quervain’s tenosynovitis
  • Trigger finger
  • Wrist sprains
  • Hand fractures

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