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I have arthritis in my fingers on both hands, and i'm looking for weight lifting gloves made for arthriris?

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

No such animal: Use straps. They will take a lot of stress off of your hands. Gloves will not be helpful.

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 9/10/2020

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