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Wrist flexor stretch
- Extend your affected arm in front of you with your palm facing down.
- Bend back your wrist on your affected arm, pointing your fingers up.
- With your other hand, gently bend your wrist farther until you feel a mild to medium stretch in your forearm.
- Hold for at least 15 to 30 seconds.
- Repeat 2 to 4 times.
- Repeat steps 1 through 5. But this time extend your affected arm in front of you with your palm facing up. Then bend back your wrist, pointing your fingers down.
- It's a good idea to repeat these steps with your other arm.
Current as of: July 31, 2024
Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff
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