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These exercises are thought to relieve pressure on the median nerve and stretch the carpal ligaments, which also helps decrease pressure. They are also thought to help blood flow out of the carpal tunnel, which can help decrease fluid pressure. Research on the benefits of these exercises has been mixed.
1 Wear a wrist splint at night to keep your wrist in a neutral position and relieve pressure on your median nerve.  Wrist Care: Preventing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. When your pain is gone, begin exercises for flexibility and strength for your arm and wrist. Learn the best positions and posture for hand and wrist movements.