Instructions
- Stand side-on to a sturdy doorframe with your affected arm straight. Place the outside of your arm against the doorframe, the frame should be pressing against the upper arm, just before the elbow joint.
- You may want to place a soft towel between your arm and the doorframe for comfort.
- With your opposite hand, place the webspace of your thumb and index finger on the inside of your elbow, just after the joint.
- Apply a lateral glide by gently pushing your forearm towards the doorframe using your opposite hand. Maintain this pressure throughout the exercise.
- While holding the glide, grip a small towel in your affected hand and squeeze firmly.
- Release the grip slowly and repeat the movement while maintaining the glide.
- Complete repetitions as prescribed by your physiotherapist.
This exercise should be completely pain-free. If you experiencing pain, attempt to slightly change the angle of the pressure.