7 Wrist Exercises and Stretches to Prevent Carpal Tunnel

Another great stretch and personal favorite is the Ulnar Nerve stretch. I was recently told a better name would be "The Batman Stretch." The ulnar nerve starts from your neck and runs through the shoulder all the way down to your ring and pinky fingers. According to the Postgraduate Medical Journal (January 2007) ulnar nerve injury is the second most common nerve entrapment injury after carpal tunnel syndrome. Let's stretch it, shall we?

Touch your index finger to your thumb and flip your hands back as your bring your palms to your face. The circle you've made with your index finger and thumb will fit around your eyes like goggles. Hold this stretch for 20-30 seconds while doing your best to keep your back straight and your shoulders and neck from tensing up.

Now that you have a few strength and flexibility exercises to refer to, you can start incorporating them into your weekly gym routine.