Perform these stretches to restore muscle length, improve range of motion and reduce fatigue.
Hold each stretch for 15-30 seconds. Do 2-3 repetitions on each side.
Remember, you can do these in a group, or work them in one or two at time, throughout your day. These are also a great way to end your day!
Start with arm out straight, palm down. Bend wrist to point fingers down. Keep your elbow straight, and pull back on your hand. You should feel this stretch in the top of your forearm.
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Start with arm out straight, palm down. Use your other hand to bend wrist down. Curl your fingers to feel a stretch in the back of your hand, top of wrist and forearm.
Turn fingers toward you and place palm flat on table. Keeping your elbow straight, gently lean back to feel a stretch in the front of your forearm and wrist.
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Start with arm out straight and palm up. Bend wrist to point fingers down. Keeping your elbow straight, grasp hand and pull back on palm and fingers. You should feel this stretch in your forearm, palm and fingers.
Spread fingers wide. Press fingertips together, while pushing heels of hands apart. You should feel this stretch in the palm-side of your fingers.
This information is for health improvement and injury prevention only. It does not constitute medical advice, treatment or diagnosis. If you have an injury or medical concern, please consult your healthcare provider. Please call 911 with a medical emergency.
