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Illustration showing finger extension stretch

Static stretch

Finger extension stretch

Palm, fingers, and forearm

Setup
Chair or standing
Focus
Hands and wrists

Step by step

  1. Extend one arm with the palm facing away or upward.
  2. With the other hand, guide the fingers gently backward as a group while keeping the elbow comfortable.
  3. Switch hands.

Move slowly. Mild tension is enough; stop if you feel pain.

Review source: UC Berkeley work stretching — Forearm/Wrist Stretch