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Elbow/Wrist

Forearm Isometric Hold

Static wrist press to load irritable tendons without motion.

  • Isometric
  • Tendon care

Standard dose

Sets
2
Reps / hold
5–8 holds
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How to do it

Follow the steps in order. Move in a comfortable range unless your provider said otherwise.

  1. Rest the forearm on a table, wrist neutral.
  2. Press the back of the hand up into your other palm (or the underside into your palm for flexors).
  3. Hold mild pressure, then release.