Clinically Fit Xtensor Reverse Hand Grip Strengthener Forearm Training Device Improves Finger Flexibility Helping Hand Stiffness

This product is great for strengthening hand muscles. My hands often cramp and 1 min per day on each hand helps tremendously. The middle plastic piece is a bit large for my hand and slides up so I pull it down while doing the exercises. A small compensation for the strength I am gaining in my hands. If anyone knows the pain of cramped hands, you can appreciate the relief. If you are wondering, it is the opposite motion of a gripper or stress ball. That is exactly what is needed if your hand is already moving inward.

I purchased this product, despite the marginal reviews, in hopes of getting some relief from arthritis pain. I was surprised to find the supplied finger bands consisted of 4 large and 5 small. If you have normal sized hands, you will probably elect to use a the large bands so that you don't have to reposition the bands when you switch use from right to left hands. This also means that should a band break you only have the small size for replacements. I followed the instructions to pre-stretch the bands before use and installed them in the top position, that is, the position with the least tension. Upon first use, at least two of the bands pulled through their anchor points. I reinstalled the bands and positioned them lower on my fingers and tried again. This time they did not pull out, but obviously, tension cannot be increased by moving the bands to the second or third position as they will simply pull through the anchor points.The second time I used the device, one of the bands broke. I replaced it with a small band as there were no spare large ones. The third time I used it, a second band broke. Again, I replaced it with a small band. I am now careful to pre-stretch the bands before each use and position the bands low on my fingers and have not broken any additional bands. I have average sized hands and fingers and it is uncomfortable to use the the small finger bands as they are extremely tight. Rather than waste additional money on replacement bands (a set of 15 replacement bands contains only 6 large and 9 small) I will buy a bag of rubber bands and fashion my own for a fraction of the price.Although I cannot recommend this device due to the poor quality of the bands, it does seem to provide some relief from arthritis pain when used consistently every other day.

I have been desperate to find something to help heal the tendinitis in my hands and wrists. I had similar problems years ago and had to go to physical therapy. I had better health insurance then and it paid for most of it and I was healed. I got tendinitis again lately and was told by a doctor that I should get some physical therapy. I got tendinitis both times by using a computer a lot and then lifting too much weight too fast after being idle for awhile. Don't make the same mistake! My health insurance currently sucks, so I thought I would try to find a way to rehab on my own. I used the knowledge I got from previous physical therapy to do this. I bought some Ergodyne Proflex Wrist Supports to prevent bending my wrists, while still allowing movement of my fingers to type. Then I bought some ice packs. I got some Pro Ice Wrist Wraps, which work great and an Active Wrap Wrist Wrap, which is ok. Then I had to find something that would be similar to the the exercises I did in rehab. This product looked like it would provide similar strengthing and flexing exercises. It seems to be working well so far. I've had it a month and it seems to be helping. Unfortunately, the one problem I have with this product is that the finger bands break easily. It helps to pre-stretch them, but they still break. I suggest you buy some replacement bands off the manufacturer's web site. The are free, but you pay $3.00 for shipping and you get 8 replacements. I may update this later on, but it seems to be working well so far.

There were so many bad reviews I almost didn't buy this beauty. I am very glad I did. Once you find the right fit, hint pull it way down so it tightens as far down on the wrist it will go. Then it works wonderfully to let those magic fingers heal up.I tried most of the other extender tools for the fingers and this one is the best for range and comfort. Very nice ingenuity. Thanks

Worked ok. Second week the bands started popping one after the other. Also the little slits you put the bands into to hold them don't stay, i had to hold my thumb over them so they wouldn't constantly pop out. I went to the grocery and bought some broccoli and used the rubber bands to work my fingers instead. 39.99 vs healthy dinner and 1/10th the price....

Absolutely fabulous concept..........BUT extremely poor design. I would not waste your money until the manufacturer comes up with a better design. I followed the instructions explicitly. I pre stretched the finger bands as directed. They seemed to come out of the "anchor" very easily. I tried numerous times to keep them in the anchor position, but every time I began to use the device, the finger bands would come out of the anchor position. I am a fix it kind of guy, so, I decided to silicone the bands in the anchors. After letting the silicone dry for several days, it solved the problem. The manufacturer needs to redesign the anchors by making them smaller. I believe this will solve the problem. In the mean time, don't waste your money!!!

This is a nifty hand exerciser. I could feel improved strength in my hand and forearm after one session. It has definitely helped my carpel tunnel syndrome. Amazon's price is the same as the manufacturer's at [...] but if you buy it there you get an exercise DVD and a comfort pad to help fit smaller hands -- but you pay shipping. Go to the site for better info about the Xtensor and the exercises and then choose where to buy depending on your preferences. Just know Amazon is not giving you a discounted price.