Stiffness in the Forearm

Definition:
Nonspecific term for limited forearm mobility, often due to muscle cramps and spasm accompanied by pain.
Purchase 3 Phases

Symptoms
  • Loss of ROM in the forearm
  • Pain in the forearm
Causes
  • Fracture
  • Lateral epicondylitis
  • Medial epicondylitis
  • Elbow dislocation
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Bursitis
  • Tumor
  • Osteochondritis Dissecans
  • Sprain/Strain
  • Compromised nerve
Treatment
  • ROM and stretching exercises
  • Upper extremity strengthening
  • Posture program
Stiffness in the Forearm Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Elbow Flexion Stretch
  • Elbow Supination Stretch
  • Putty Gripping
  • Passive Elbow Extension
  • Wrist Flexor Stretch At Wall
  • Wrist Extensor Stretch At Wall
  • Full Anterior Stretch

Stiffness in the Forearm Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Full Anterior Stretch
  • Wrist Curls
  • Curl Press
  • Wrist Pronation Supination
  • Ulnar Radial Deviation
  • Rice Wrist Flexion And Extension

Stiffness in the Forearm Phase III

Purchase Phase

  • Ulnar Radial Deviation
  • Rice Wrist Flexion And Extension
  • Wrist Curls
  • Rice Wrist Pronation Supination
  • Rice Hand Opening Closing
  • Eccentric Wrist Flexion
  • Eccentric Wrist Extension