Physioworx Therapeutic Hand Therapy Putty - Soft - Red

Soft Red provides a lighter level of resistance within the Physioworx therapeutic putty range. It is suitable where controlled resistance is required without the greater force needed to manipulate firmer putty.

It may be used as part of a progressive exercise programme, allowing resistance to be increased as hand strength, control and tolerance improve.

Progress appropriately: choose resistance according to individual ability and the exercise being performed. Where therapeutic putty forms part of rehabilitation following an injury, surgery or immobilisation, follow the programme recommended by your healthcare professional.

Therapeutic putty creates resistance as it is squeezed, stretched, pinched, rolled or manipulated. Working against this resistance engages muscles involved in hand, finger, wrist and forearm movement.

The putty can be shaped in numerous ways, allowing different movements to target grip, pinch strength, individual finger movements, dexterity and coordination.

Soft resistance provides a manageable level for controlled exercises and can form part of a progressive programme moving from lighter to greater resistance as appropriate.

The mouldable nature of therapeutic putty allows a wide variety of exercises to be performed using a single compact therapy aid.

The putty can be squeezed, pinched, stretched, rolled, twisted and pulled, enabling exercises to focus on different movements and muscle groups within the hand and forearm.

Soft Red can also be incorporated into a progressive resistance programme, with lighter or firmer Physioworx resistance levels selected according to individual ability.

Resistance colours are product-range specific: therapy putty colours can vary between manufacturers. Always select putty according to its stated resistance rather than colour alone.

1. Select Soft resistance if it is appropriate for your current ability and exercise programme.
2. Use with clean, dry hands.
3. Remove the required amount of putty from the container.
4. Shape the putty as required for the exercise being performed.
5. Squeeze, pinch, roll, stretch, twist or manipulate the putty using slow, controlled movements.
6. Complete the number of repetitions recommended for your exercise programme.
7. Exercises should feel controlled and appropriately challenging without causing sharp or increasing pain.
8. Progress to a firmer resistance only when appropriate.
9. Return the putty to its container immediately after use and close securely.

Important: exercises following hand injury, surgery, fracture or immobilisation should be performed in accordance with advice from an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.

• Use with clean, dry hands.
• Keep the putty away from dirt, fibres, hair and other debris.
• Avoid contact with clothing, upholstery, carpets and other porous materials.
• Return the putty to its container after each use.
• Ensure the container lid is securely closed when not in use.
• Store in a clean, dry environment away from excessive heat and direct sunlight.
• Do not use putty that has become significantly contaminated or deteriorated.

• Therapeutic putty is intended for exercise use and must not be eaten.
• Keep away from the mouth, eyes and other sensitive areas.
• Use a resistance appropriate to the individual's ability and exercise programme.
• Do not progress to a firmer resistance if exercises cannot be completed comfortably with the current level.
• Stop use if exercise causes sharp pain, increasing pain, significant swelling, numbness or other unexpected symptoms.
• Following surgery, fracture, significant injury or immobilisation, use according to advice from an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.
• Children should use therapeutic putty under appropriate adult supervision.
• Inspect before use and discontinue use if the putty becomes significantly contaminated or deteriorated.
• This product is not a substitute for professional assessment of persistent or unexplained hand, wrist or forearm symptoms.