Maplewood Sauk Prairie offers tips for Arthritic Hands

For people with arthritis, everyday actions such as opening a door or writing a list can be a painful struggle. Several simple exercises done a few times a week can soothe artritis symptoms. Check with your health care provider to see if the following exercises are right for you.
Thumb touch: Keeping your movements slow and smooth, touch each fingertip to your thumb, starting with the index finger and moving toward the pinkie. This movement helps to increase the range of motion in thumbs, making it easier to pick up small objects such as a toothbrush or spoon.
Wrist workout: Stretch your arm in front of you. Bend your wrist backward, then forward. Next, stretch your wrist the other direction by turning your palm to the ceiling, then back to face the floor.
Strength squeeze: Improve your grip by squeezing a soft ball in your palm as hard as you can. Hold for a few seconds, then release. For stronger pinching power, grip the ball between your thumb and your fingertips and hold for 30 to 60 seconds. Do both of these exercises two or three times a week, resting your hands for 48 hours between sessions.
Information comes from Illustratus.com