Post-operative overhead elbow exercise information sheet
Contact
Orthopaedics, Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick
Phone: (02) 9382 1470
Introduction
The overhead elbow bend and straighten exercise is a part of post-operative exercise plan to help with orthopaedic recovery and rehabilitation.
For more information, please consult your child's doctor or physiotherapist.
Exercise guide
Lie down on your back
Link your hands together
Linking your hands helps your unaffected side control the movement of your affected side.
Lift your arms overhead with your elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Bend your affected elbow towards your shoulder
Straighten your elbow
Repeat
The doctor or physiotherapist will advise how frequently your child should perform this exercise.