The wrist flexion strengthening exercise using a table involves pressing the palms into the surface to activate the forearm flexor muscles. This closed-chain position helps build strength, stability, and load tolerance in the wrists and forearms. It’s often used in rehab for wrist pain, post-injury recovery, and improving function for daily weight-bearing tasks.
- Locate a sturdy table or bench top at hip height.
- Place both palms of your hands onto the bench and ensure weight distribution is equal on each side.
- Ensure the amount of weight you put through your hands is appropriate to your wrist strength and does not provoke your symptoms.
- From this position pull your finger down into the bed, whilst maintaining a straight hand position in order to elevate your palms off of the bed.
- Slowly lower the palms of your hands back down to the bed.
- Complete this exercise for the repetitions prescribed by your Physiotherapist.
- When completing this exercise ensure the appropriate weight is still being pressed through the hands throughout the entire movement.