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Hammer Curl

Hammer Curl: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Stand on a resistance band anchored at the floor, holding the handle at your side with your thumb facing forward. Bend your elbow and curl your hand up toward your shoulder, keeping your thumb pointed up throughout. Lower back down with control.

Body region
Elbow
Position
Standing
Equipment
Band
Recovery phase
Mid recovery
Purpose
Strengthening

Used in home programs for

  • Elbow Osteoarthritis
  • Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)
  • Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer's Elbow)
  • UCL Reconstruction

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