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About Stress Balls

Stress balls take away the focal point of stress, allowing the body and mind to calm and relax. Increasingly, many stress balls are not globular as the name implies, but obtainable in a range of shapes and styles. Malleable in the hand, stress balls are a safe means to unwind in a fast-track world.

  1. Function

    • The balls are an effective stress management tool to relieve stress and decrease tension and anxiety.

    Effects

    • Stress balls facilitate hand muscle straightening. They also help with arthritic joint pain and relieve piled up mental energy.

    Considerations

    • The stress ball should fit comfortably in the palm of your hand.

    Benefits

    • Stress balls help exercise the hand, stimulate blood circulation and alleviate emotive pressure. Ones containing essential oils reduce tension using aromatherapy.

    Types

    • Varieties of balls include round, shaped and vibrating. Various textures, such as popcorn or cheerios, soft rubber spikes to flexible rubber points, are also available.

    Features

    • Smaller than tennis balls, stress balls innards are composed of polyurethane foam or gel. The balls are smooth, semi-soft, nubby or spiky, but retain their original shape after squeezing.

    Warning

    • Stress balls are not a toy, and are not intended for children under 3 or pets.

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