Radial exercises Physiotherapy Service Gentler movements

Pouring water: Start by holding an empty cup and turn it upside-down as if pouring out water.

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Figure of eight: Stand leaning forwards with your unaffected on a worktop/ back of a chair for support. Swing your affected in a figure of eight, with your palm facing outwards when across your body and inwards when away from your body.

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Pump water: Hold your together as shown in the picture. Bring hands up and down in a ‘pumping action’.

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Look at your hand behind your : Attempt to see your hand behind your elbow, with your arm out to the side. You should aim to see your fingers and thumb.

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