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Hand Exercises for Musicians

People with arthritis, carpal tunnel and many musicians perform hand exercises. Musicians use hand exercises to strengthen the muscles in their hands and wrists. These musicians include those that play the drums, guitar, piano and other instruments. These exercises are done sitting down or standing up, and can be done conveniently in a studio or in the comfort of your own home.

  1. Chinese Hand Balls

    • Chinese hand balls are used to stimulate the flow of blood and energy, and improve hand coordination, according to the Chinese-Holistic-Health-Exercises website. These balls, also known as Chinese health balls, are available in a variety of sizes and materials. Materials available include glass, steel, jade, bronze and marble. Sit or stand and put the two balls in one hand. Keep your hand out parallel with the ground, and rotate the balls in your hand using your palm and fingers. The balls should stay in constant contact without banging into each other. A couple of minutes per hand is all that is needed for beginners. However, you should gradually increase the amount of time you spend doing this exercise daily. Once you get the hang of the exercise, you can add more balls to your hand. Another benefit to this exercise is that it is very relaxing for those that tend to stress and worry a lot.

    Rubber Massage Rings

    • Massage rings are used for strengthening your hands, forearms, wrists and fingers. These rings are made from rubber and are available in many different sizes. Place the rubber massage ring in the palm of your hand with a firm grip on it. Squeeze the ring as hard as you can and let go. Do at least 15 to 20 squeeze and switch hands. This exercise should be done three times a day. If you are doing this exercise correctly, you will feel tingling in your hand from the flow of fresh blood.

    Finger Stretch

    • For this exercise you will need a tennis ball and a hard, flat surface. Place your hand palm-side down and flat on the table. Your arm should be slightly vertical (you can angle your arm if the exercise seems too hard). Place the tennis ball under each finger for at least eight seconds. This will stretch and work the tendons in your fingers. You can use a smaller ball, just as long as it is big enough to stretch the fingers.

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