Kim Burns DPT, OCS Physical Therapy and Sports Rehabilitation

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4 Easy Stretches for Wrist or Hand Pain

Print out the pictures and instructions or watch the video where I walk you through the stretches.

Always go for the stretch feeling, never pain. If it hurts, you can try to get into the position slowly and find a comfortable spot to hang out or change the position slightly. If that still doesn’t work, then don’t do it!

  • Put your hand in a flexed position like you are holding a tray.

  • Slowly extend your arm outward and flex your wrist and fingers up at the same time.

  • You can also follow the movement with your head but that is optional

  • Only extend your arm out as far as you can to touch any discomfort then immediately return to the start position.

  • Repeat 10-15 times. Stop if you notice any symptoms are starting to increase.