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Physiotherapist Robyn Hughes
Updated 16-6-25
1Wrist Radial Deviation
2 sets of 8 reps
2kg
  • Come to a seated position with your affect wrist over the edge of a bench, with thumb facing upwards
  • Hold a weight that has been prescribed by your physiotherapist
  • From this position, slowly lower your wrist down towards the floor
  • Once you have reached the end of range, use your other hand to assist you back to the starting position
  • Repeat as per physiotherapist guidelines
2Grip Pronation
10 reps
  • In a seated position, bring arm out in front straight creating a 90 degree angle at the shoulder, keeping elbow extended and palm down.
  • From this position, using a soft ball or other if prescribed by physiotherapist, squeeze the ball.
  • Hold and repeat as per physiotherapist guidelines.

3Thumb Abduction
  • Sit comfortably by a table or bench.
  • Place your forearm and hand on the table with your thumb pointing up.
  • Interlace an elastic band around your thumb and hand.
  • Extend your thumb upwards until it points to the ceiling and lower back.
  • Further directions may be progressed by your Physiotherapist.
4Thumb Abduction
  • Sit comfortably by a table or bench.
  • Place your forearm and hand on the table with your thumb on top of hand.
  • Interlace an elastic band around your thumb and fingers.
  • Extend your thumb 90 degrees, away from the palm while keeping it parallel to the table.
  • Further directions may be progressed by your Physiotherapist.
5Wrist Flexion
  • Position yourself with your affected wrist at the end of a bench
  • Have your palm facing the roof.
  • From this position, with a weight prescribed by your physiotherapist, bring the palm of your hand up towards your arm
  • Repeat as per physiotherapist guidelines