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Gentle Exercises for the Forearm

Below are 2 exercises to maintain flexibility of the forearm muscles and two exercises to maintain strength of the muscles.

Disclaimer: before you do this or any other exercises, please contact your physical therapist or physician.

Wrist Flexors Stretch

Straighten one arm in front of you with palm facing down
Using opposite hand, slowly pull fingers up and back toward chest until a stretch is felt
Keep elbow straight during exercise
Repeat as instructed
Reps: 3
Sessions: 2 Everyday
Hold Time: 20s

Wrist Extensors Stretch

Straighten one arm in front of you, palm facing down
Using opposite hand, slowly pull fingers down and back toward stomach until a comfortable stretch is felt
Keep elbow straight during exercise
Repeat as instructed
Reps: 3
Sessions: 2 Everyday
Hold Time: 20s

Resisted Wrist Curl Exercise

Sit with one arm supported and palm facing upward, weight in hand
Flex wrist toward ceiling, keeping forearm resting on support
Repeat as instructed
Sets: 2
Reps: 10
Sessions: 1 session 2x/week
Hold Time: 5s
Resistance: As Tolerated (2-5 pounds to start)

Resisted Wrist Extension Exercise

Sit with one forearm supported and palm facing downward, weight in hand
Extend wrist toward ceiling, keeping forearm resting on support
Repeat as instructed
Sets: 2
Reps: 10
Sessions: 1 session 2x/week
Hold Time: 5s
Resistance: As Tolerated (2-5 pounds to start)

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Splint

If tingling, discomfort, and/or numbness in the thumb and hand wake you at night, a splint can be helpful.

Wear this splint at night to help maintain a neutral position of your wrist and hand. By doing so you will keep the carpal tunnel open and maintain proper circulation to the median nerve. This often eliminates the tingling, discomfort, and/or numbness.

NOTE: make certain that the wrist splint is comfortable and not too tight. You should be able to slip your index finger between the brace and your skin on both ends of the brace.

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