Movement · Desk Stretch
Wrist Nerve Stretch
The Work · Move 7 of 14
Why this one
Typing and mousing keep the wrist and its nerves locked in one flexed position for hours. This glide gently mobilizes the median nerve, easing the tingling and forearm fatigue of repetitive work — and because that nerve line runs up the arm, it releases tension in the neck as well.
How to do it
Extend one arm forward at shoulder height, palm up and fingers open. With your other hand, gently draw the fingers and palm back toward you until you feel a stretch through the wrist and forearm. Hold, breathe, then switch.
Keep in mind
Gentle and slow — this nerve line runs all the way up to your neck.
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