This is fabulous info - why do doctors not talk about this? Why do we have to find this stuff out on our own? Even though we have been complaining about and struggling with our hands for decades? I think all doctors should be required to take refresher courses on how to deal with simple issues, such as this without the use of any drugs.
funny, I bought a hand exerciser this morning before reading this article. im 66, last summer I smashed my dominant hand (i thought I broke it but did not) and been having difficulty with grip strength. these exercises will help.
Such excellent writing and grounded information. Lack of use is frequently the primary issue over just aging. It's something I repeatedly try to impress on my husband.....but laziness overrides, then he laments how he "can't do what he use to!"
So true. Loss of ability often has a lot more to do with loss of use than loss of age. The body adapts to what we ask of it—when we keep moving, it keeps responding. Even small, consistent activity can make a huge difference over time!
Hi Nancy. Can you please check your email? I had some problems sending this guide earlier, so it may have been delayed. Because of that, I’ve been checking orders manually every couple of hours and sending the guide myself to make sure everyone receives it.
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I started exercises like these years ago as I started to notice my dexterity fading. Having grown up doing carpentry and handiwork, noticing my hands fading -- especially my right hand -- was kind of a big deal. I have staved off the worst degradation, but now I have learned that Parkinson's disease was a big reason for the loss of dexterity. Still I exercise, because movement is medicine.👋
Really appreciate you sharing that. It’s not easy noticing those changes, but it’s inspiring that you’ve kept moving and taking care of yourself. Movement really does make a difference. 👏
Thank you for this very informative article. I appreciate the seven exercises and have incorporated them in my day. I am very aware of the loss of muscle control I see it in myself on a daily basis . Again much appreciated. I am almost in my 9 th decade.
Carol, that means a lot. Glad the exercises are helping and that you’ve made them part of your day. Staying active in your ninth decade is something to be proud of—keep going. 💪
I am 75+ and have had my mom’s arthritic hands for years. Interesting how my knarled fingers and knuckles tend to veer to the left. Daily hand/finger exercises and movement, piano playing, crocheting and strength grabber thingees help a lot.
Although I was taken aback a bit when a clerk at a store up north grabbed my hands in hers at check out a couple of years ago and said “oh my gosh! You have my mom’s hands!”
Your hands sound strong and well-used in the best way. Staying active with piano, crocheting, and exercises makes such a difference. And honestly, those hands tell a story of a life lived and things created—nothing wrong with that at all. 💛
Very interesting article. I will be trying those exercises. Great insight.
Thank you for posting this info.
Or play the piano
That’s what I thought and do. Plus, the discipline required is good for the brain. Guitar, too. Less expensive.
This is fabulous info - why do doctors not talk about this? Why do we have to find this stuff out on our own? Even though we have been complaining about and struggling with our hands for decades? I think all doctors should be required to take refresher courses on how to deal with simple issues, such as this without the use of any drugs.
Imagine a world like that.
Thank you for sharing it.
First round today.
funny, I bought a hand exerciser this morning before reading this article. im 66, last summer I smashed my dominant hand (i thought I broke it but did not) and been having difficulty with grip strength. these exercises will help.
I can feel certain muscles already. Will continue. My art relies on my aging, arthritic hands. This is seriously going to be a routine for me.
Interesting and useful. Thank you.
This is good thank you !!!
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This is very interesting. Thank you!
Such excellent writing and grounded information. Lack of use is frequently the primary issue over just aging. It's something I repeatedly try to impress on my husband.....but laziness overrides, then he laments how he "can't do what he use to!"
So true. Loss of ability often has a lot more to do with loss of use than loss of age. The body adapts to what we ask of it—when we keep moving, it keeps responding. Even small, consistent activity can make a huge difference over time!
Hi - just ordered but didn’t get email.
Hi Nancy. Can you please check your email? I had some problems sending this guide earlier, so it may have been delayed. Because of that, I’ve been checking orders manually every couple of hours and sending the guide myself to make sure everyone receives it.
If you still can’t find it, please check your spam or promotions folder as well. If it’s not there, let me know and I’ll resend it to you right away. I’ll make sure you get access to everything you paid for.
Nancy, your comment appeared in my activity, but are you speaking to me or to Healthy Seniors about ordering?
So sorry Journal Pathways, my mistake. Healthy Seniors resolved my order inquiry.
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I bought this program and it came up on my computer and then when I went to print it, it was gone. It is not in my email. Can you help me?
They answered right away and sent it to me! Hope they do for you!
I just sent the guide by email, let me know please if you still didn’t get it. Thank you!
Yes- you should also get an email, let me check what’s happening. I’ll personally send it to you in max 30 min, sorry about that!
I had the same issue with download. No email yet.
Susan, can you please check your email? Let me know if you still didn’t get it.
No email yet.
This same thing happened to me. I paid for it, saw it for a second and it disappeared. Can’t find it anywhere and no email!
Can you please check now if you got an email? Please let me know if everything is ok!
I started exercises like these years ago as I started to notice my dexterity fading. Having grown up doing carpentry and handiwork, noticing my hands fading -- especially my right hand -- was kind of a big deal. I have staved off the worst degradation, but now I have learned that Parkinson's disease was a big reason for the loss of dexterity. Still I exercise, because movement is medicine.👋
Really appreciate you sharing that. It’s not easy noticing those changes, but it’s inspiring that you’ve kept moving and taking care of yourself. Movement really does make a difference. 👏
Thank you for this very informative article. I appreciate the seven exercises and have incorporated them in my day. I am very aware of the loss of muscle control I see it in myself on a daily basis . Again much appreciated. I am almost in my 9 th decade.
Carol, that means a lot. Glad the exercises are helping and that you’ve made them part of your day. Staying active in your ninth decade is something to be proud of—keep going. 💪
I am 75+ and have had my mom’s arthritic hands for years. Interesting how my knarled fingers and knuckles tend to veer to the left. Daily hand/finger exercises and movement, piano playing, crocheting and strength grabber thingees help a lot.
Although I was taken aback a bit when a clerk at a store up north grabbed my hands in hers at check out a couple of years ago and said “oh my gosh! You have my mom’s hands!”
Your hands sound strong and well-used in the best way. Staying active with piano, crocheting, and exercises makes such a difference. And honestly, those hands tell a story of a life lived and things created—nothing wrong with that at all. 💛
Thank you! I believe in move it or lose it, and finding and sharing joy and gratitude every day! Life is good!