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Ulnar Nerve Glide (Gentle)
Gentle movement to mobilize the ulnar nerve. May help cubital tunnel or ulnar-sided symptoms. Stop if symptoms increase.
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
60 sec
Rest
very slow and gentle
Tempo
Step-by-Step Guide
Set up
- Stand or sit upright
- Arm relaxed to start
- Prepare for slow movement
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Step 1 of 5
Flex wrist (bend palm toward forearm)
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Step 2 of 5
Bring hand up toward same shoulder, bending elbow
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Step 3 of 5
Slowly straighten elbow while keeping wrist flexed
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Step 4 of 5
Feel mild stretch along pinky side
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Step 5 of 5
Return to start and repeat
Breathing
- Breathe normally
- Stay relaxed
Form Cues
- Very gentle movements
- Stop if symptoms increase
- Mild stretch only - never painful
- Slow and controlled
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Moving too aggressively
- Pushing through tingling
- Going too fast
- Forcing end range
Safety Information
STOP IMMEDIATELY if numbness, tingling, or burning in ring/pinky fingers increases. Not suitable during acute nerve flares.
Progressions
Full range if symptom-free
Regressions
Smaller range, gentler movements
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