Stretches to Ease Wrist and Arm Aches and Fatigue

These exercises have been recommended by ergonomics experts for a long time, but some people find them uncomfortable. If these stretches are not comfortable for you, do not continue them.

Extensor stretch

• Hold your arm straight at waist height, palm down.
• Gently bend your wrist by pressing your hand down.
• Hold for 15 to 30 seconds.
• Repeat 2 to 4 times.
• Repeat on the other arm.

Flexor stretch #1

• Hold your arm straight at waist height, palm up.
• Gently bend your wrist by pressing your hand down.
• Hold for 15 to 30 seconds.
• Repeat 2 to 4 times.
• Repeat on the other arm.

Flexor stretch #2

• Hold your arm straight at waist height, palm down.
• Gently bend your wrist and fingers up by pulling up.
• Hold for 15 to 30 seconds.
• Repeat 2 to 4 times.
• Repeat on the other arm.