Need help with carpal tunnel wrist pain? Try these three wrist stretches.
Have you been experiencing wrist pain or feeling the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome? In the technological age we live in, many Americans spend a large portion of their day on a computer or other device. The prolonged use of the wrist can lead to hand and wrist pain or even carpal tunnel syndrome. Try these three chiropractor-approved easy wrist stretches for carpal tunnel pain relief.
3 Easy Wrist Stretches for Carpal Tunnel
These are wrist stretches for carpal tunnel pain that can be easily done either at home or the office:
1.) Wrist Rotations
Start by rotating the wrist in a circular motion. Do this in both directions. Next, try a “hammer” rotation. Make a loose fist, rotating the wrists and forearm so that your thumb is on top and pinky on the bottom. Pretend you are holding a hammer and, moving only from the wrist, move your hand up and down.
2.) Stress Ball Squeeze
Squeezing a stress ball or tennis ball can help to strengthen your wrist. Strengthening the wrist muscles can help to combat pain. Firmly squeeze the ball for 5-10 seconds, then release. Repeat this ten times with each hand.
3.) Forearm Stretch
Extend your arm, palm facing out. Using the other hand, gently pull back from the fingers. You should feel the stretch from the wrist to the elbow. Hold this position for 15 seconds. Then drop your hand so that your fingers point towards the ground with your palm facing your body. With the other hand, gently pull the wrist towards your body and hold for 15 seconds. Repeat with the other arm. Shake out your hands afterward.
What other ways can I help wrist pain?
While wrist stretches will be helpful at home and the office, there are treatments you can look into that will provide even further relief for your pain. Here are two carpal tunnel treatment options to look into:
Meet with a Chiropractor
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and wrist pain are often the results of compression in the median nerve. The median nerve runs from the fingertips, through the carpal tunnel, and up the arm to the spinal cord. Corrective chiropractic adjustments help to relieve pressure on that nerve. A chiropractor will adjust the neck and wrist and address any other areas that could be contributing to the pain.
Book an Assisted Stretching Session
Assisted stretching is stretching with the help of a stretch therapist. A stretch therapist utilizes different techniques to create a more impactful stretch. Assisted stretching targets the source of the problem, addressing the individual needs of each person. A stretch therapist can also give tips for more targeted wrist stretches that you can do at home.
Wrist Pain Help in Lake Mary, Florida
At Lake Mary Chiropractic Center, our chiropractors and stretch therapists can provide relief from wrist pain. Our stretch therapists are skilled in Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) and work closely with our chiropractors. We serve Lake Mary, Heathrow, Sanford, and surrounding areas. Contact our office to schedule an appointment.
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