Some patients may benefit from specific exercises that help the median nerve move more freely within the carpal tunnel. In addition, exercises to help tendons glide through the carpal tunnel can help improve joint range of motion and hand function.

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Wrist range of motion exercises can help with carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms. Many such exercises can be done readily at home without specific equipment like the ones listed below.

Carpal Tunnel Rehabilitation Exercises You may do all of these exercises right away. Wrist Range of Motion 1. Flexion: Gently bend your wrist forward. Hold for 5 seconds. Do 3 sets of 10. 2. Extension: Gently bend your wrist backward. Hold this position 5 seconds. Do 3 sets of 10. 3.

• Carpal tunnel syndrome can usually be easily treated. • Symptoms tend to be worse at night – hang your hand out of bed or shake it around to ease pain. •Certain activities can bring on symptoms. Wearing a working wrist splint may be helpful. • Try the exercises suggested here to help ease pain and prevent future injuries. C M Y K ...

Hand and wrist exercises are an important part of non-surgical treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome. These exercises help reduce symptoms such as pain, numbness, and tingling. …

Performing the following exercises AFTER using heat may help to improve the movement of the tendons and nerve at the level of the wrist. Tendon glide "hook" exercise:

Management of carpal tunnel syndrome can be assisted with a home program including wrist flexibility and tendon gliding. Consistent completion of the following exercises will promote a healthy environment for your nerve and tendons in the carpal tunnel. Bend your wrist back while pushing on the palm of your hand/fingers.

Bend the involved finger at the middle joint (PIP joint), hold for 5 seconds, and then straighten the finger. Repeat 8 – 10 times, 3 – 4 times per day. 1. Grip. Squeeze putty with all fingers, into your fist. 3. Three Jaw Pinch. Squeeze putty between your index, middle, and thumb. 2. Tip Pinch. Squeeze putty between your index finger and thumb. 4.

Management of carpal tunnel syndrome can be assisted with a home program including wrist flexibility and tendon gliding. Consistent completion of the following exercises will promote a healthy environment for your nerve and tendons in the carpal tunnel. Bend your wrist back while pushing on the palm of your hand/fingers.