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January 13, 2022

Stretching Exercises for Developers to Remove Wrist Pain

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Programmers have most of the work on the computer, hardly finding the time to move. Sitting on the same chair for hours, unfortunately, welcomes many physical concerns, and wrist pain is major. Sometimes the pain gets so severe that the victim can hardly work. So, how to prevent wrist pain from typing?

The answer is simple, do some wrist stretches. We have listed some highly effective stretching exercises for developers to remove wrist pain in the coming paragraphs. These exercises are easy to follow. So, let us explore them.

1.   Basic Wrist Stretch

If you want to rebalance your wrist, then basic wrist stretch is one of the best wrist stretching exercises. Plus, it is the easiest on the list. For this exercise, you should expand your arms. Your palms should face the ceiling. With the freehand, pull your fingers until you feel the stretch. Maintaining this position for around 5 seconds will be effective here. You can do this exercise every time you feel the need.

2.   Praying Position Stretches

So, how to stretch your arms in this technique? As evident from its name, you will be placing your palm in the praying position in this stretch. Both of your elbows should be touching each other while your hands face your face. Besides, another top here is to place your arms together; they should be touching each other.

Then, begin spreading your elbows apart slowly. Your hands should only stop at the position where you feel stretched, or your hands come in front of the belly button. Maintaining the stretch for 10-30 seconds will be effective here. Afterward, extend one arm at the height of your shoulder in front of you. During this part of the stretch, your palm should face downward. Use your free hand to grasp the fingers, place them back on the body, and hold for around 10-30 seconds.

3.   Wrist Circle

If you want a quick solution, then wrist circles might help. You should first extend your arms straight in front for this wrist stretch. With both of your hands, you should make a fist. Then begin rotating your right wrist clockwise and the left one in the opposite direction. 3-4 circles will help. Change the sides and do the same exercise again.

4.   Clenched Fists

The clenched fists are also a good stretch for right wrist pain. It can be done while seated. Maintain your seating position, and then place your palms face-upward on your thighs. Then, begin closing your hands slowly into fists. Make sure not to clench tightly. Afterward, you should raise your fists back toward your body. You should hold it for around 10 seconds. Lastly, open your fingers wide and repeat 10 times.

These are some of the quick and easy wrist stretches. Developers can easily follow them anytime while doing their jobs. So, learn these stretches and apply them every time you need them. Have lower distractions and a better working experience!

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