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  • Last Updated on September 12, 2024 by Neelam Singh Quick Take A social media post claims that performing a hundred hand or finger exercises daily is better for your organs than running for an hour. Our fact check reveals it’s False. The Claim A post on Threads claims that doing a daily hand exercise can benefit the body’s organs. It involves repetitive finger movements. The post suggests this is better for the heart, lungs, liver, spleen, and kidneys than an hour of running. Fact Check Is there any scientific evidence that hand exercises are better than running? No. There’s no proof that hand exercises can benefit major organs more than running. Running and other forms of cardiovascular exercise have been thoroughly studied and are known to improve heart health, lung capacity, and metabolism. Hand exercises, while helpful for improving finger strength or flexibility, don’t engage the whole body like aerobic exercises. They don’t elevate the heart rate or improve circulation in a way that supports organ health. What makes running so good for organ health? Running is a full-body workout. It makes the heart pump harder, delivering more oxygen-rich blood to your organs. Over time, this improves how your organs function. For example, running boosts lung capacity, helps the liver process toxins, and supports kidney function. In comparison, hand exercises involve small muscle movements, like squeezing a ball or moving your fingers. They don’t raise your heart rate or circulation enough to affect your organs the way running does. That’s why comparing these exercises to running isn’t accurate. Physiotherapist Prachi Bharwani, says, “Running is one of the best exercises for organ health because it increases heart rate, boosts blood circulation, and improves oxygen delivery to essential organs like the heart, lungs, and kidneys. This enhanced blood flow supports overall organ function, helping detoxify the body, maintain healthy lung capacity, and strengthen the cardiovascular system.” She further continues, “In the short term, your breathing may become heavy, and you might notice your pulse quicken as the heart works harder to move oxygenated blood to your muscles and brain. However, running helps build strong bones, as it is a weight-bearing exercise, strengthens muscles, improves cardiovascular fitness, burns plenty of kilojoules, and helps maintain a healthy weight.” Can reflexology or acupressure replace running? No, reflexology or acupressure cannot replace running. These therapies may suggest that pressing specific points on the hands or feet can improve organ function. However, there is little scientific evidence to support such claims. Reflexology may help reduce stress and improve mood, but it does not directly improve the function of major organs like the heart, liver, or lungs. Current evidence suggests reflexology helps in relaxation. But, it cannot replace the cardiovascular benefits of running or aerobic exercise for organ health. Which is better for your health: running or hand exercises? Running has far-reaching benefits for your body. It works large muscle groups, raises your heart rate, and boosts blood flow to all your organs. Some key benefits include: - Heart Health: Running strengthens your heart, lowers blood pressure, and improves circulation. This reduces the risk of heart disease. - Lung Function: Running increases your lung capacity, helping you breathe better and absorb more oxygen. - Kidney and Liver Health: More circulation helps your kidneys and liver work efficiently to filter toxins. - Mental Health: Running also triggers the release of endorphins, which improves your mood and reduces stress. In contrast, hand exercises are good for improving hand strength and flexibility but don’t offer these broad health benefits. They might improve blood flow to the hands, but that’s about it. Can hand exercises alone improve organ health? No, hand or finger exercises alone won’t improve organ health. These exercises can be beneficial for conditions like arthritis or joint issues. However, they don’t engage the cardiovascular system. Aerobic activities, such as running or brisk walking, are essential for keeping your heart, lungs, and other organs healthy. Relying solely on hand exercises without incorporating aerobic activities means missing out on critical benefits. For instance, a 2018 study found that regular aerobic exercise lowers the risk of early death by improving heart and lung function—something hand exercises alone cannot achieve. Additionally, another social media post claimed that you can cure all health problems by pressing just one acupressure point. However, as mentioned earlier, there is still no conclusive evidence to support this as a ‘cure.’ Senior Physiotherapist Upma Lal adds, “I totally disagree with the notion that repetitive finger movements 100 times are equivalent to running or walking for 1 hour. In walking or running, the full body moves in a weight-bearing manner, with the body weight distributed across both legs. However, in repetitive finger movements, only the fingers move, not even the wrist, elbow, or shoulder. Our body has different types of muscles for different body parts, so just finger flexion and extension cannot improve overall body health.” What’s the right way to maintain organ health? Maintaining healthy organs like the heart, lungs, liver, and kidneys requires regular physical activity that raises your heart rate. Exercises like running, swimming, or cycling do this effectively. Additionally, a balanced diet, proper hydration, and avoiding tobacco and excessive alcohol are key to keeping your organs healthy. While hand exercises can complement an overall fitness routine, they can’t replace full-body exercises. Similar to this claim, we frequently come across claims which suggest acupressure for curing diabetes. However, this lacks substantial evidence and is misleading. Reflexology and acupressure might help reduce stress, but they won’t boost organ function like aerobic exercises can.
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