Elbow · Early recovery
Gentle Active Elbow Flexion
Also called Delayed biceps activation, Gentle elbow ROM (per surgeon).
How to do it
Sit upright with the upper arm relaxed at the side and no resistance. Bend the elbow gently to about 90 degrees, allowing the palm to turn slightly upward, then lower with control.
- Body region
- Elbow
- Position
- Seated
- Equipment
- No equipment
- Recovery phase
- Early recovery
- Purpose
- Range Of Motion
Used in home programs for
- Biceps Tenodesis
- SLAP Repair
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