Wrist Joint Ulnar Deviation
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Yoga Techniques and Fitness
Overview
In this lesson, we explore wrist joint ulnar deviation, the movement that angles your hand toward the pinky side of your forearm.
Objective
Become familiar with ulnar deviation mechanics and their role in wrist health and function.
What You'll Get
What You'll Get: You'll learn how ulnar deviation works and why balanced wrist mobility in all directions matters for grip strength, forearm stability, and injury prevention. This lesson helps practitioners understand a less obvious movement that still affects everything from chaturanga to typing. Teachers and therapists will see how ulnar deviation restrictions can contribute to wrist pain and learn to spot asymmetries that may need attention.
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