Wrist extensor stretch (fingers straight or fist)
- Extend the arm with the affected wrist in front of you and point your fingers toward the floor.
- With your other hand, gently bend your wrist farther until you feel a mild to moderate stretch in your forearm.
- Hold the stretch for at least 15 to 30 seconds.
- Repeat 2 to 4 times.
- It's a good idea to repeat these steps with your other wrist.
When you can do this stretch with ease and no pain, try the exercise with your hand in a fist instead of with your fingers pointing down.
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