PROPHYSIOTHERAPY
Physio-Approved Exercise

How to do Reverse Prayer

Wrist & Elbow
Intermediate
Bodyweight
Hold 30 seconds, 3 reps
Reviewed by Dr. J Mazumdar, BPT · 11 July 2026

Bring the backs of the hands together in front of the chest.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1
    Bring the backs of the hands together in front of the chest.
  2. 2
    Lift the hands slowly upward until you feel a stretch.
  3. 3
    Hold.
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Do
  • Keep hands touching
Don't
  • Do not force
Clinically used for
Carpal TunnelErgonomics

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