A carpal tunnel syndrome can be an annoying medical problem that can greatly affect things that you do with your hands. Almost all things are done with the use of hands especially with our fingers and wrists. In case you are struck with carpal tunnel syndrome, the best thing for you to do is to immediately seek professional help. This action will allow you to take preventive measures and to aid your affected body in its healing and recovery process.

Stretching exercises are commonly done after pain has significantly decreased on the wrists and forearms of the patient. Stretching the muscles, bones, and nerves especially on the affected area of the body is very essential in preventing reoccurrence of the symptoms. In short, you are not only trying to restore the function of the injured body parts but you are at the same time trying to prevent and avoid the same injury from occurring. Never try to do any type of exercises when pain is still present as this can be very unpleasant and uncomfortable. Below are stretching exercises that you can perform as soon as the pain fades away.

-Wrist Flexor Stretch – this type of exercise is commonly used to stretch and strengthen the wrist in order to be able to get back its lost condition. You can do this exercise while you are standing or sitting down on a chair. Slowly and gently pull the wrist on the other way using the other hand until it points up on the ceiling. For starters, bend your elbow to allow the exercise to be much easier and more comfortable as you accomplish the simple task. Hold the wrist facing upwards for 10 to 20 seconds before you let go and let it rest for a while. Repeat the process 5 times a day or depending on the number of repetitions your doctor or physician suggests. Gradually increase the time while holding the wrist as well as the number of repetitions. In addition, slightly straighten your elbow as each day passes by to increase the resistance of your stretching exercise.

-Wrist Extensor Stretch – this exercise is quite similar to the wrist flexor stretch although on this one the fingers are pointing downwards. With this exercise, assume the same position of a bent elbow while you are either sitting or standing. Gently and slowly push your wrist forward going down until the fingers are pointing on the ground. Hold for a few seconds before you release the wrist. This is in order to allow the fingers to properly stretch with the resistance you exert. Extend the arms gradually every day until you can perform the exercise without your elbows bent.

Keep in mind that consistency is very important for the efficacy and success of these exercises. You can also try other related exercises that will help you regain the former condition and function of your wrist(s). All of these exercises must be approved by your doctor before you start with the stretching program to avoid doing additional harm to your wrists.

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