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Radial Nerve Glide
Gentle movement to mobilize the radial nerve. May help with lateral elbow and forearm symptoms.
Stop if
Choose an easier exercise if pain reaches 6 out of 10 or becomes sharp. Stop and rest if pain reaches 8 out of 10.
This is the general ClapMove rule. This exercise has no extra stop rule of its own.
- Pain 6 out of 10 or more: choose an easier exercise.
- Pain 8 out of 10 or more: stop and rest.
Equipment needed
- Works at home
none
Home Options
- bodyweight
Dosage
2
Sets
8
Reps / Time
30 sec
Rest
3 seconds each direction
Tempo
Step-by-Step Guide
Set up
- Stand or sit comfortably
- Arm relaxed at side
- Shoulder depressed (not shrugged)
- Palm faces backward
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Step 1 of 5
Rotate arm so palm faces backward
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Step 2 of 5
Flex wrist so fingers point toward floor
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Step 3 of 5
Gradually straighten elbow
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Step 4 of 5
Depress shoulder down
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Step 5 of 5
Tilt head away from arm
Breathing
- Breathe normally
- Stay relaxed
Form Cues
- Very gentle movements
- Mild stretch sensation only
- Stop if symptoms increase
- Slow and controlled
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Moving too aggressively
- Shrugging shoulder
- Holding stretched position too long
- Ignoring increased symptoms
Safety Information
GENTLE only. Stop if tingling worsens. Should feel mild stretch at most.
Progressions
Only progress if well tolerated
Regressions
Reduce range of motion
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