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
Exercising After Blood Draw
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Move 3: Triceps Stretch
The triceps muscle is located on the back of the arm, directly opposite the biceps muscle. Stand with feet apart and extend the arm above your head — fingertips pointing up toward the ceiling. Bend the arm at the elbow, resting your fingers — palm down — on the upper back. Only stretch as far as you are comfortable — resting the hand on the back of the neck is acceptable as well. Take the other hand and push the elbow gently as the hand of the stretched arm moves further down the spine for a deeper stretch. Hold for 15 seconds and release, taking care not to overstretch. Read more: What to Eat After You Lose Blood
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While stretches might help with stiffness after a blood draw, other home remedies are also beneficial if you have pain in an arm after blood draw or other negative side effects. If you feel lightheaded, Mayo Clinic recommends lying down with your feet elevated.