3 BEST Exercises for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Summary by Krater

Physical therapist Dr. Tony Comella demonstrates three exercises for carpal tunnel syndrome—tendon glides, nerve glides, and thoracic rotation—to help manage nerve sensitivities and break up prolonged exposure to aggravating tasks.

From the video

Answers: What exercises can I do for carpal tunnel syndrome?

• carpal tunnel syndrome exercises
• tendon glides
• nerve glides
• thoracic rotation

Exercises

• Tendon Glide · bodyweight · 3 rounds of 5 steps, 30-60 seconds each
• Median Nerve Glide · bodyweight · 3 rounds of 6 steps, 30-60 seconds each
• Thoracic Rotation · foam roller · 1-2 sets of 10-12 reps each side
• Half-Kneeling Thoracic Rotation · foam pad · 1-2 sets of 10-12 reps each side
• Half-Kneeling Thoracic Windmill · foam pad · 1-2 sets of 10-12 reps each side
• Half-Kneeling Thoracic Windmill on a Wall · wall · 1-2 sets of 10-12 reps each side

What it concludes

• Tendon glides and nerve glides help manage carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms by reducing nerve sensitivities and providing opportunities for intermittent exercise.
• Completing exercises periodically throughout the day breaks up prolonged exposure to repetitive tasks and forceful hand exertions.
• Exercises should be performed every hour throughout the day for 30 to 60 seconds each.