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Assisted thumb-side wrist bend, illustrated in 3 steps
Sit or stand at a desk. Support the working forearm with its palm down. Cup the hand across its palm with the other hand.

Wrists

Assisted thumb-side wrist bend

A simple move for your wrists and forearms, done sitting down or standing up. About 30 seconds each side.

Position
Seated, Standing
Equipment
None
Time
About 30 seconds each side
Works
wrists and forearms

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How to do assisted thumb-side wrist bend

  1. Set

    Sit or stand at a desk. Support the working forearm with its palm down. Cup the hand across its palm with the other hand.

  2. 1

    Guide the relaxed working hand gently toward its thumb side. Keep the forearm still and fingers long.

  3. 2

    Keep the position comfortable. Breathe normally.

  4. 3

    Return slowly to the start position.

  5. Switch sides and repeat.

Take care. Use a small, comfortable range and light effort. Stop if you feel pain.

Gentle movement guidance, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

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