Method for increasing the strength, flexibility and span of a ha

Details Method for increasing the strength, flexibility and span of a ha Method for increasing the strength, flexibility and span of a ha

1994-12-19

1996-08-27

Reichard, Lynne A.

Heating

Having condition responsive control

Of or by pressure of fluid work or work chamber atmosphere

432907, 432 44, A63B 2316

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055495206

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for stretching the span of a hand includes a base member and a pair of spaced pegs; one peg for engaging the first metacarpal and one peg for engaging the fifth metacarpal of the hand. The pegs are mounted for relative adjustment in the base member. More particularly, the peg for engaging the first metacarpal is received in a straight guide way or slot extending through the base member. The second peg for engaging the fifth metacarpal is received in an arcuate guide track or slot extending through the base member in an arc about the first peg. Graduations are provided to identify relative positions along the guide way and guide track. A method for stretching the span of a hand includes engaging the hand between the first and second metacarpals with a first peg and between the fourth and fifth metacarpals at a spaced stretching distance with a second peg. Next is repeatedly pressing the hand against the pegs to provide stretching. The apparatus may include and the method may be performed in a warm water bath to make the bones, tendons and muscles of the hand more supple during treatment.

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