Therapy putty is a common therapy tool that is used to increase grip strength, dexterity, and hand strengthening. The putty provides a multitude of options for resistance exercises of the fingers, hand, and wrists. The pliable putty is used by applying pressure to create a shape that is desired. The extremely pliable putty stretches, folds, and squishes and resistance is determined based on the firmness of the putty.
The ability of the putty to be microwaved means that no expensive warmers have to be purchased to add an element of warmth. The warmth in the putty is released into the hand as the putty is molded and squeezed. The warmth that is absorbed by the hand helps to loosen muscles and joints which in turn makes them more limber and allows the tendons to lengthen more easily during exercises.
