Stretching and Excersize 

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BioErgo
BioRelief

FingerWeight Corp
FingerWeights

Grid Graphics
The Helping Hand

Gibney International
Cats Paw

GripStrength
Wristiciser

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There are many products on the market to assist in stretching and excersizing.   If you are already injured, make sure to check with your medical specialist prior to using these devices. 

BioRelief

BioRelief is a breakthrough, self-administered, massage device. It is designed for people suffering from repetitive strain injuries (including carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow and tendonitis) to the forearm, wrist, hand, and elbow who are willing to take action for their own health.

(see website  for more manufacturer product information)

(Information last checked:  Oct'00)

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FingerWeight Corporation
1184 Heather Drive, Lake Zurich IL 60047
(847) 726-6900, Fax: (847) 726-6060 
jisdell@fingerweight.com  
http://www.fingerweight.com 

FingerWeights

Weight-training rings for musicians, computer users, arthritis sufferers and sports and fitness participants. Helps condition the fingers for injury prevention as well as provides pain management and flexibility through exercise for arthritis sufferers.

Features:

• Ergonomically Designed Clasp
  (one size fits all)
• Adjustable Weighting System
  (5g, 10g, 15g per finger customized resistance)
• Comfort Fit Non-Latex Material
• Non-Magnetic / Computer Safe
• Comprehensive Instruction Booklet

Benefits:

• Increased Strength, Flexibility,
  Dexterity and Endurance
• FingerWeights exercise and
  condition the muscles and tendons
  in the fingers, hands, wrists, and forearms

(see website  for more manufacturer product information)

(Information last checked:  Sep'00)

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Grid Graphics Services Corporation of Georgia (GGSC)
P.O. Box 23, Woodstock, GA 30188
(770) 926-9551, Fax: (770) 926-9572
customerservice@thehelpinghand.com
http://www.thehelpinghand.com 

The Helping Hand Stretching Exerciser

• Estimated Price:  $19.46 + $4.95 Shipping and Handling (each)
• Availability:  Direct

The Helping Hand is designed to refresh your hand(s) and reduce fatigue by helping to increase the blood flow through your hands and wrist. Fatigued hands are often caused by restricted blood flow which can be the beginning of a vicious cycle that may lead to Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI) of the hand(s). In addition, the Helping Hand can help reduce pressure on the Carpal Tunnel and relieve many symptoms of RSI. It is non-invasive. It doesn't impede your movement like splints and appliances or add to the strain like grip exercisers.

How does the Helping Hand work?

The Helping Hand performs 4 actions simultaneously :

1. It stretches the palm outward which, in turn, helps stretch the Transverse Ligament and opens the carpal canal in the wrist.
2. It elongates the tendons and muscles of the wrist and hand making them thinner and less able to impede blood flow or pressure (or compress) the carpal tunnel.
3. It draws the wider parts of the tendons of the forearm into the carpal canal for a short time which leaves the canal slightly larger after they retract.
4. It helps relax muscles and relieve stiffness.

(see website  for more manufacturer product information)

(Information last checked:  Feb'98)

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Gibney International
2026 Cliff Drive Suite 218, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
(800) CATS PAW, or (805) 966-9406
catspawinfo@catspaw.com
http://www.catspaw.com

Cats Paw

• Estimated Price: $10
• Availability: Direct or Drug and Sporting Goods stores

Exercises give quick and lasting results; most test subjects felt relief within a few days!

Versatile - Treatment and preventative strengthening for most repetitive strain injuries including carpal tunnel, tennis elbow as well as other extensor involved rehabilitation.

Convenient and Portable - Easy to use anywhere, great patient participation.

(see website  for more manufacturer product information)

(Information last checked:  Dec'97)

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GripStrength, Inc
2305 South Black Horse Pike, Suite 1
Williamstown, New Jersey 08094
(609) 262-9595 
Customer_Service@wristiciser.com 
http://www.wristiciser.com

Wristiciser

• Estimated Price:  $69.95  (Full Wristiciser Package)
• Availability:  Direct

The Wristiciser was designed and developed by a team of professionals for stretching, strengthening and conditioning of the forearm, wrist, hand, finger and thumb. This unique exercise device is presently being used by doctors and therapists around the world. Many major companies are now making the Wristiciser part of their ergonomically correct workstations. It is the most complete exercise unit available for the elbow, forearm, wrist, hand and fingers.

Studies now support the benefits of exercise and conditioning for the prevention and rehabilitation of overuse injuries that commonly occur from prolonged computer keyboard and mouse use.

Exercise has been known to improve:

1. range of motion
2. muscle balance and function
3. workload efficiency and overall performance
4. circulation
5. conditioning

Exercise reduces:

1. pain and fatigue
2. injury and risk of re-injury
3. performance drop-off
4. muscle tightness
5. risk of repetitive motion disorders

(see website  for more manufacturer product information)

(Information last checked:  Dec'97)

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