Problem area: Tense lower arm or "mouse arm"

Stretching your lower arm muscles every now and then with this helpful exercise will help alleviate pain in the wrist from too much computer work

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TENSE LOWER ARM OR "MOUSE ARM"

Exercise step by step

  1. Objective: Stretching the lower arm
    muscles to alleviate pain.
  2. Starting Position: Sit or stand with the
    affected arm held straight out in front of
    you with the back of the hand facing up.
  3. Movement: Let your hand drop loosely. Take your other hand and pull the affected hand towards the body until you can feel a pull shortly before your elbow. Hold this position for 20–30 seconds.
    Repeat every 2 hours.
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Before you begin any of these exercise routines, be sure to check with your doctor. Once you have your doctor’s approval, begin exercising slowly and stop if you feel any pain or discomfort. Make sure to rest if you feel you are overexerting yourself.

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