Here’s an easy exercise I sometimes do to warm up my arm before typing or when I’m feeling stiff:

  • Stand so your arm dangles freely from your shoulder. You can do this with one arm or both arms.
  • Rock your weight side to side from one foot to the other so that your arms start swinging naturally like a clock pendulum.
  • As you get some momentum going, allow your arms to fold slightly at the elbows at the apex of your swing, then to unfold again during the return swing.
  • Continue until you feel your shoulders and elbows start to loosen up and your arms start to warm up. This should start to happen within about 30 seconds, but going longer can enhance the effect.

    • You will be surprised how fast this loosens you up and warms you up. It’s great to do this before you start any wrist stretches because it gets the blood flowing to your wrists.

    Filed under: Carpal Tunnel Exercises Quick Tips

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