Ulnar Deviation (Strength)
This exercise is for your right wrist. Switch sides for your left wrist.
-
Stand up straight. Hold a hand weight in your right hand. Your health care provider will tell you what size hand weight to use.
-
Keep your arm straight down at your side, with your palm facing your leg. Bend your wrist backward to lift the weight. Don’t move your arm, only your wrist.
-
Hold for 5 seconds. Slowly lower your hand back down.
-
Repeat 5 to 10 times.
Online Medical Reviewer:
Daphne Pierce-Smith RN MSN
Online Medical Reviewer:
Elizabeth Oswald PT DPT
Online Medical Reviewer:
Vinita Wadhawan Researcher
Date Last Reviewed:
2/1/2025
© 2000-2025 The StayWell Company, LLC. All rights reserved. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Always follow your healthcare professional's instructions.