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Hand and wrist · Strengthening

Radial wrist deviation with stick

Radial wrist deviation with stick, 3 sets, 10 repetitions, slow eccentric return

Illustration of the Radial wrist deviation with stick exercise

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How to do the exercise

Sets: 3

Repetitions: 10

Description: Seated, place your forearm on a support with the hand extending beyond the edge, wrist in a neutral position. Hold a stick or keep fingers relaxed, then slowly tilt your wrist toward the thumb (radial deviation) without moving the elbow or flexing the wrist. Return very slowly to the neutral position, controlling the eccentric movement.

Tips: Keep the elbow immobile and avoid any flexion or extension of the wrist during the exercise. Control the descent well to effectively strengthen the muscles.

Progression: Gradually increase resistance by using a heavier stick or adding a resistance band when the exercise becomes easy.

At a glance

Goal
Strengthening
Level
Beginner
Equipment
stick
Starting position
Seated, forearm supported on a support, hand extending beyond the edge, wrist in a neutral position
Clinical goal
Strengthen the muscles responsible for radial deviation of the wrist
Also known as
lateral wrist flexion, lateral wrist tilt, wrist exercise with stick

Precautions

Avoid this exercise, or check with your physiotherapist first, if you have:

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This information is educational and does not replace advice from a healthcare professional. Ask your physiotherapist or doctor before starting, especially if you have pain, a recent injury or have had surgery.