Small ball toss exercise : How to do, Benefits, Side Effects, Uses, Precautions

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Name of exercise  AROM ball catch (small) sitting/standing
Other names of exercise Small ball toss
Description of exercise Small ball toss exercise is a simple yet effective workout that involves tossing a small ball back and forth between your hands. This exercise helps improve hand-eye coordination, reflexes, and overall upper body strength. To perform this exercise, stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the ball in one hand. Toss the ball up in the air and catch it with the other hand. Repeat this motion for a set number of reps or for a specific amount of time. You can also vary the height and speed of the toss to make the exercise more challenging. This exercise is great for all fitness levels and can be done anywhere with a small ball.
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
  • Use a small ball that the child can hold in their hands.
  • Have child sitting with another adult behind child helping to guide their arms.
  • Make sure child is looking at you and the ball and gently toss or place ball into their hands or lap from 2-3 feet away.
  • Progress by letting them catch only with their hands and move back a few feet.

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    Body Part Hip, Knee, Ankle & Foot, Shoulder, Elbow & Wrist, Hand
    Type of Muscles Deltoid, Biceps, Triceps, Quadriceps, Hamstring, Calf or Foot
    Category of Exercise __
    Type of Exercise __
    Body Position Standing, Sitting
    Difficulty Level High
    Direction of Exercise Flextion, Extenstion
    Type of Action Abduction, Elevation, Circumduction, Extension, Flexion, Reposition

    Benefits of exercise

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

  • Improves hand-eye coordination
  • Enhances motor skills
  • Increases reaction time
  • Develops spatial awareness
  • Builds upper body strength
  • Improves focus and concentration
  • Can be done alone or with a partner
  • Can be modified for different skill levels
  • Can be done indoors or outdoors
  • Can be used as a warm-up or cool-down exercise

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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

  • Small ball toss exercises should be avoided if you have any existing shoulder or elbow injuries, as the repetitive motion of throwing can exacerbate these conditions. Additionally, if you have any chronic pain or inflammation in your arms or shoulders, it is best to avoid this exercise as it may worsen your symptoms. It is also important to avoid this exercise if you are feeling fatigued or have recently completed a strenuous upper body workout, as this can increase the risk of injury. Finally, if you are a beginner or have not been properly trained on proper throwing technique, it is best to avoid this exercise until you have received proper instruction.

    • Precautions

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

  • Begin with lightweight balls or beanbags. Give plenty of praise. Once they have mastered catching in a sitting position, let them stand up.

    • Helpful in Diseases

  • arthritis
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • multiple sclerosis
  • carpal tunnel syndrome
  • tendinitis
  • fibromyalgia
  • tennis elbow
  • bursitis

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