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EXERCISES CAN HELP IN MANAGING RADIAL TUNNEL SYNDROME


Radial tunnel syndrome is a condition that causes pain and weakness in the forearm and wrist due to pressure or compression of the radial nerve. While exercise alone may not completely cure radial tunnel syndrome, it can certainly help manage the symptoms and improve overall strength and flexibility.

1.Wrist/finger Flexors Stretch


Sit in a chair.
Take your arm out in front of you.
With your opposite hand, pull back four fingers.
Leave the thumb out of the stretch.
Hold this position.
Turn your hand over and pull down on the fingers.
Pull down and back on the fingers again, leaving the thumb out of the stretch.
Keep your elbow straight.

2.Elbow Flexion-Extension


Sit on a chair with your elbow extended and supported out to the edge on a table (palm facing upwards). Use a folded towel under the elbow. Keep your spine effortlessly elongated and maintain width across your collar bones.
Bend and extend your elbow using full range of motion.

3.Neurodynamics' Radial Nerve


Stand with your affected hand by your side.
Make a fist and bend your wrist.
Maintaining this position, rotate your arm inwards towards your thumb.
Start to move your arm out to the side, keeping your wrist and fingers flexed and your arm rotated inwards, until you feel the tension.
Do not push any further.
At this point, tilt your head away from this side, whilst rotating your arm back outwards.
As you lift your head back to the centre position, rotate your arm inwards again.
Perform this action in one fluid movement.

4.Wrist Extensors Stretch


Extend your affected arm straight out in front of you with your palm face down, and drop your hand towards the floor.
With your other hand, apply a gentle pressure to the back of your wrist and hold.
You should feel this stretch down the back of your forearm.

5.Forearm Supination Strengthening


Sit upright in a chair with your forearm resting on a table and your wrist over the edge.
Hold onto a weight in your hand with your thumb facing upwards.
Slowly rotate your wrist inwards from your forearm whilst controlling the weight.
Use your other hand to move your affected wrist back to the starting position, keeping your forearm in contact with the table.
Remove your other hand and repeat.
Make sure the movement is slow and controlled.

Exercises Help But Always Better To Consult A Doctor / Physiotherapist Before Starting Exercise Pogram.


By incorporating these exercises into your daily routine, along with maintaining good posture and being mindful of your movements, you can help alleviate pain and improve your overall condition. Remember to always consult with a physiotherapist before starting any new exercise regimen, particularly if you have a specific injury or condition.

Personalized Exercise Program By CB Specialists.


If you're looking for personalized exercises for a Radial Tunnel Syndrome , be sure to connect with CB Physiotherapy. Our team of expert physiotherapists will work with you to develop a customized exercise plan that addresses your specific needs and goals. Don't let your pain hold you back any longer, contact CB Physiotherapy today and start on the path to feeling better.

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