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A physical therapist uses a pan splint as an intervention to diminish spasticity in the wrist flexors. Which position of the wrist would be MOST desirable based on the established therapeutic goal?1.Wrist in extension to decrease activity of the agonist2.Wrist in extension to increase activity of the agonist3.Wrist in flexion to decrease activity of the agonist4.Wrist in flexion to increase activity of the agonist
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