Hand Grips

• HAND GRIPS - Power grip:

  • Finger and thumb pads are directed towards the palm to direct force to an object
• HAND GRIPS - Precision grip:

  • Forces are directed between the finger and thumb; allows movement of the object relative to the hand & within the hand
• Characteristic feature of both grips is:

  • WRIST EXTENSION
  • RADIAL DEVIATION
• Hand Orientation Changes According to Task