Another downside of procrastinating that final paper.
, and moving your wrists, fingers, and elbows can help alleviate some of the discomfort, Johnson said.Sometimes the set up of your desk is actually the root of the problem. Johnson noted that an occupational therapist or a certified hand therapist who specializes in workstation ergonomic assessments can actually review if your desk is ergonomically friendly and make changes as needed — i.e., adjusting the height of your monitor, chair, and keyboard, or switching you to an ergo mouse.
Performing wrist and finger exercises, like the moves Johnson outlined ahead, is another way to help reduce and prevent pain. However, if you're dealing with consistent pain, it's always best to receive a personalized assessment and treatment plan.Start with your fingers straight up and bend the top two joints down so your fingernails are pointing toward your palm.
Finally, from the"L" position, bend your fingers down from your middle joints, making a finger-to-palm position or a straight finger fist.Start with a fist, looking at the side of your hand.Still looking at the side of your hand, slightly extend your wrist back. Turn your palm to face your body and extend your thumb and supinate your forearm; lightly grab and stretch your thumb toward the floor.Bend your elbows at 90 degrees and face your thumbs toward the ceiling .Perform two to three sets of 10 repetitions each, two to three times a day.Perform two to three sets of 10 repetitions each, two to three times a day.Perform two to three sets of 10 repetitions, two to three times a day.
Or, press your palms into each other in a praying manner and slowly bring your hands down, stretching your wrists into an extension. This is known as the"prayer stretch."
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