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Radial Palsy Gravity-Minimized Wrist Extension

Radial Palsy Gravity-Minimized Wrist Extension: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Rest the forearm edgewise on the table and move the wrist into extension through a comfortable range.

Body region
Hand and wrist
Position
Seated
Equipment
Table
Recovery phase
Early recovery
Purpose
Motor Control

Used in home programs for

  • Radial Nerve Palsy

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