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Supine Triceps Extension

Supine Triceps Extension: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Lie on your back with your elbow bent and pointing toward the ceiling, hand near your forehead. Straighten your elbow to raise your hand toward the ceiling, then bend back down with control.

Body region
Elbow
Position
Supine
Equipment
No equipment
Recovery phase
Mid recovery
Purpose
Strengthening

Used in home programs for

  • Elbow Osteoarthritis
  • Proximal Humerus ORIF
  • UCL Reconstruction

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