Title: Arm Stretching Exercises When Sore After Blood Is Drawn | Livestrong.com
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Arm Stretching Exercises When Sore After Blood Is Drawn
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Content: The puncture site should not be bleeding and pain should be minimal. If there is persistent dizziness or extreme pain present, contact a doctor immediately. According to the American Red Cross, heavy exercising or lifting should be avoided for 5 hours after blood donation. Although you might not have had that much blood removed during your blood draw, the blood vessels are still traumatized. Advertisement
Move 1: Standing Biceps Stretch
The standing biceps stretch will improve arm circulation while stretching the biceps and shoulders. Stand with feet hip-width apart. Clasp your hands behind your back and raise the clasped hands up from the sacrum slightly. The thumbs of both hands should be facing down toward the floor and the arms fully extended. Keep a slight bend in the arms to avoid locking the elbows.