Muscle Groups
- Forearms
Purposes
- Stretches wrist and forearm muscles
Overview
The forearm flexor stretch performed on the floor targets the forearm flexors (flexor carpi radialus, flexor carpi ulnaris, and the palmaris longus). The floor provides a surface in which to passively stretch the forearm flexors. This is a stretch is commonly recommended for prevention and management of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS).
Description
- Kneel on the ground and move into a quadruped position — knees under hips and hands under shoulders.
- Turn the fingers back as far as possible and gently place both palms on the ground.
- Stretch the wrists by gently leaning back, keeping both elbows straight.
- Repeat with the opposite side.
Mistakes
- Shrugging
- Elbows bending
