Effectiveness of Technology-Supported Hand Strengthening and Stretching Exercises in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis

"Hand Rehabilitation Program: Developed hand exercise smartphone app which include: Self-assessment, (b) self-monitoring (c) exercises types/frequency/ diary, (d) patient education, (e) behavioral change and encouragement (f) exercise adherence Sample exercises~1. Hand and finger movements: 6-8 repetitions, according to the diagnosis of the patient~2. Strengthening exercises of hand and finger muscles~3. Exercises to increase grip and pinch strength~4. Exercises to increase tendon swing and pull angle"

"Hand rehabilitation home program will be given to the through the telephone messages with brochures.~1. Hand and finger movements: 6-8 repetitions, according to the diagnosis of the patient~2. Strengthening exercises of hand and finger muscles~3. Exercises to increase grip and pinch strength~4. Exercises to increase tendon swing and pull angle"