Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that affects the wrists due to frequent typing at the computer or other repetitive activities with the hands. Placing pressure on the carpal tunnel nerve near the palm of the hand creates numbness, pain and weakness in the hands, according to the Mayo Clinic. Although exercises may not help cure your carpal tunnel syndrome, they may help reduce some pain and numbness. Consult a doctor before attempting any exercises.
Pressing Fist Exercise
Making a fist with your right hand and pressing on it with your left hand will help reduce pressure in the carpal tunnel area, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Loosely make a fist with your right hand, with your palm up. Carefully press against the fist with your left hand for five seconds as you resist the pressure with your right hand. Keep your wrist completely straight, then release. Next, turn the right fist down so your palm is facing the floor. Press the knuckles of your right hand with the palm of your left hand for another five seconds. Turn your fist so your palm is facing up again and press down on the fist with the left hand for five seconds. Release and repeat the steps on your left hand.
Fist Sliding Exercise
Make a fist with your right hand and carefully slide your fingers up the palm of your hand until they are completely extended and stretched straight out. Keep your wrist completely straight throughout the duration of the exercise. Repeat this movement five to 10 times on the right hand, then repeat the exercise on the left hand. Repeat throughout the day to help release tension, numbness and tingling in the wrist and hand.
Wrist Circles
Making circles with your wrist will help reduce pressure on the carpal tunnel area, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Hold up your second and third fingers on your right hand, holding your other fingers down against your palm. With your two fingers, draw five imaginary circles in the air, clockwise. Repeat five times, drawing circles counterclockwise. Hold up your second and third fingers on your left hand and repeat the exercise both clockwise and counterclockwise.
