Active-assisted wrist flexion and extension 

Movements strengthened: Wrist flexion and extension strength. 

Suitable for: 0-2/5 wrist flexion or extension strength. 

Instructions: 

• Person seated or standing with elbow straight 
• Press the back of the involved hand with the other hand 
• Gently bend the wrist of the involved hand down
• Hold for 5 seconds and then slowly press the fingers in a backward direction and hold for another 5 seconds
• Repeat 10 times
• For active-assisted movement, encourage as much independent movement as possible 

Where this movement should be felt: 

Person should feel this in their wrist and forearm muscles.