Radial Deviation (Strength)
  This exercise is for your right wrist. Switch sides for your left wrist. 
  
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      Stand up straight. Hold a hand weight in your right hand. Your healthcare provider will tell you what size hand weight to use.  
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      Keep your arm straight down at your side. Bend your wrist forward to lift the weight. Don’t move your arm, only your wrist.  
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      Hold for 5 seconds, or as instructed. Slowly lower your hand back down. 
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      Repeat 5 to 10 times, or as instructed. 

 
				
			 
			
				
				
				
				
				
						Online Medical Reviewer:
						Raymond Turley Jr PA-C
						
					
						
Online Medical Reviewer:
						Stacey Wojcik MBA BSN RN
						
					
						
Online Medical Reviewer:
						Thomas N Joseph MD
						
					
				
			
					Date Last Reviewed:
					12/1/2022
					
				
		
				
				
			
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