In this video, Doctor Andrea Furlan explains and demonstrates 9 exercises for rheumatoid arthritis of the hands:
00:00 Introduction
04:56 1 MCP Flexion
06:04 2 Tendon Gliding
09:32 3 Finger abduction
11:11 4 Finger radial walking
12:11 5 Wrist Circumduction
13:02 6 Eccentric Wrist Extension
14:14 7 Gross Grip
14:46 8 Finger Adduction
15:30 9 Pinch Grip

Rheumatoid Arthritis is an auto-immune inflammatory arthritis that if it is not treated it can slowly destroy the joints of the shoulders, elbows, wrists, fingers, knees, ankles and feet.
Medication and anti-inflammatory diet are the most important methods to stop the disease and avoid joint destruction.
Exercises are used in conjunction with medications to preserve the function of the joints, to avoid disability, to improve morning stiffness and to reduce pain.

To download the worksheet, go to this link: https://bit.ly/Exercise_Hand_RA

Watch the video: Dance with Arthritis https://youtu.be/4LukJ-HKVDU

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Dr. Furlan is a pain specialist in Toronto Canada. She is a physiatrist (specialist in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation). She holds a medical degree from the University of Sao Paulo and a Ph.D. degree from the University of Toronto. She has 30 years of experience helping people with chronic pain to get better quality of life.

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ALERT: This video is not intended to replace medical advice. If you think you have a condition that is causing you pain, please consult with your doctor to get a diagnosis and a treatment plan for you. The intent of this video is only for educational purposes. If there is any emergency, go to the nearest emergency department or call an ambulance. CLOSED CAPTIONS in this video have not been professionally verified.
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