PROPHYSIOTHERAPY
Physio-Approved Exercise

How to do Ulnar Nerve Glide

Wrist & Elbow
Intermediate
Bodyweight
2 sets of 10 slow reps per side
Reviewed by Dr. Jahirul (J) Mazumdar, BPT · 11 July 2026

Extend the arm out to the side, palm up.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1
    Extend the arm out to the side, palm up.
  2. 2
    Make an OK sign with the thumb and index finger, forming a circle.
  3. 3
    Bring the circle up to the face like binoculars, then out again.
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Do
  • Very slow
Don't
  • Stop if numb
Clinically used for
Carpal TunnelWrist Pain

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