This exercise is elbow flexion and its aim is to increase the range of motion of the elbow joint.

In sitting or standing start with your elbow out straight. Imagine you are holding a hammer and bend your elbow upwards so that your hand comes towards your shoulder, at the end of the movement if possible, gently push into the end-of-range to improve elbow mobility.

Return back to the start position before repeating the movements.

You can change the position and angle you have your elbow depending on where you are most restricted.

Follow the advice in your rehab programme for the suggested number of repetitions and sets you need to perform.