“Healthy Hands” explores the critical role of hand health in maintaining independence and quality of life, particularly as grip strength and dexterity naturally decline with age.
This book delves into the biomechanics of aging hands, explaining how muscle loss and changes in connective tissues impact hand function.
It emphasizes that proactive management, through targeted exercises and lifestyle adjustments, is key to mitigating these effects.
The book progresses from foundational knowledge of hand anatomy to common conditions like arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome, detailing causes, symptoms, and treatments.
It then focuses on practical, evidence-based strategies, including exercise programs and ergonomic modifications, often used in occupational therapy, to improve hand function.
What sets “Healthy Hands” apart is its preventative focus, empowering readers to actively maintain and improve their hand health for a more independent and fulfilling life.
