If you’re experiencing elbow pain try one or more of these stretches to alleviate your pain. Consider also visiting an orthopedic specialist if the pain is especially acute or especially ongoing.

• Wrist Turn:

• • • Bend your elbow at a right angle, extending your hand outward with the palm facing up. 
    • Twist your wrist around gradually until your palm is facing down and hold this position for 5 seconds, and repeat 9 more times. 
    • Do this 3 times in total, with both arms as needed. 

• Wrist Flexor Stretch:

• • • Extend one arm in front of you at shoulder height, keeping your palm facing the ceiling.
    • With your other hand, gently pull your fingers towards the floor and then back to your body. 
    • Hold this for 10-30 seconds and repeat with the other hand. This can be done 2-3 times. 

• Wrist Extensor Stretch:

• • • Extend one arm in front of you at shoulder height, keeping your palm facing the floor. 
    • Relax your wrist so your fingers point downward, then with your free hand, grab your fingers and gently pull them back towards your body. 
    • Hold this for 10 to 30 seconds and repeat with the other hand. This can be done 2-3 times.

• Elbow Bend:

• • • Stand up straight and lower the arm to one side. 
    • Slowly bend the arm upwards, until your hand touches your shoulder.
    • Hold this position for 15 to 30 seconds and then repeat 9 more times. 

• Towel Twist:

• • Hold a loosely rolled-up towel lengthways, with one hand on each end. 
  • Keeping your shoulders relaxed, twist the towel by moving your hands in opposite directions, like you are wringing out water.
  • Repeat this 9 more times and then repeat 10 more times in the opposite direction.