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How to exercise wrist after operation? the wrist is stiff and very difficult to move

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Exercise: To exercise your wrist use a Nerf ball or a all that is squeezable and flex the ball 25-50 times ,2-3 times daily to loosen up the stiffness in your wrist

Answered 5/17/2018

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

It depends: on the type of operation, the time elapsed since the operation, and other clinical factors. Best bet is to talk to the surgeon about activities following surgery.

Answered 5/17/2018

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A member asked:

How to exercise wrist after operation? the wrist is stiff and very difficult to move

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