Wrist and forearm stretch

This stretch can help combat the discomfort caused by repetitive stress injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome. You should feel this stretch throughout your forearms and wrists.
To do this stretch, follow these steps:

1. Sit up straight in your chair with the palm of one hand touching the fingers of the other hand. Point your fingers upward and keep your elbows lifting toward the ceiling (see Figure ).
2. Inhale and as you exhale, gently press the heel of your hand against your fingers.
3. Hold this stretch for 30 seconds and repeat on the other side.

A few do’s and don’t for this stretch:

• Do sit up tall with good posture.
• Don’t tense or lift your shoulders.
• Don’t hold your breath.
• Don’t let your elbows drop.