Background
The Median Nerve is located here in the forearm and can become entrapped in the elbow and/or wrist.
Treatment
To begin, start by bending your arm and lifting it up to your side. Now, extend your arm outwards. When you arm is straight, extend the wrist and try to straighten your fingers. When you feel a stretch in your hand or elbow, stop there. Perform 10 repetitions, remember do not over stretch.
Seated Median Nerve Glide
To increase the intensity of the stretch, tilt your head to the opposite side and follow the previous instructions.
Seated Median Nerve Glide With Head Tilt
You can further intensify the stretch by bringing your arm behind you.
Seated Median Nerve Glide With Head Tilt and Arm Extension
These can also be performed while laying on your back. Follow the same rules before by lifting your arm up to your side and extending your arm. Try to straighten the fingers. Remember, do not over stretch the nerve.
Lying Median Nerve Glide
Tilt your head to the opposite side to intensify the stretch.
Lying Median Nerve Glide With Head Tilt
As you progress, you can bring your arm behind you for an increased stretch.
Lying Median Nerve Glide With Head Tilt and Arm Extension
