The ulnar nerve slider is a gentle neural mobilisation technique that helps improve the mobility of the ulnar nerve along its pathway through the arm. It’s commonly used to reduce nerve-related symptoms such as tingling, numbness, or discomfort in the ring and little fingers. This exercise is ideal for managing cubital tunnel syndrome and improving nerve gliding without adding excessive tension.
- Come into a standing or seated position.
- Take the pointer finger to the thumb of the target limb making a circle.
- Take the hand palm side up with the arm bent and holding away from the body.
- Rotate the palm so the fingertips move towards the ear until slight tension is felt in the forearm or wrist.
- Extend the elbow and the wrist back to the start position whilst lowering the ear to the opposite shoulder.
- Repeat as per Physiotherapist’s guidelines.