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In this manner, what are lifting wrist straps for?
The purpose of a wrist wrap is to provide supportto the wrist joint during heavy or max effort lifts inpressing movements and overhead lifts. During these movements, thewrist can be pulled into excessive extension under load andresult in compromised mechanics, possible injury, and failedlifts.
Subsequently, question is, do wrist straps help wrist pain?
Many people tend to wear wrist wraps in order tocover up any pain or discomfort while thewrist is extended such as the receiving position of a cleanor while doing front squats, but wrist wraps will not makeyou stronger or more flexible.
Wrap until the wrist wrap is comfortablytight, then secure it with the Velcro. The tightness of thewrist wrap is partially a matter of preference. Itshould be tight enough to put pressure on yourwrist and keep the joint stable, but not so tightthat it causes discomfort.