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Simple Exercises for Tennis Elbow

Towel Twist

This is an easy workout that requires only a towel. It helps to work two groups of muscles known as the wrist extensors and wrist flexors.

Steps:

  • Take a seat and hold a towel with both hands while relaxing your shoulders.
  • Twist the towel as if you are squeezing out water
  • Repeat ten times in one direction, and another ten in the opposite direction.

Wrist Flexion

Wrist flexors are a group of muscles that work opposite the wrist extensors. They also connect into the elbow are prone to straining during sports. You need a table and a lightweight dumbbell for this exercise.

Steps:

  • Take a seat and hold a dumbbell in the affected hand with your palm facing upward and elbow well-rested on a knee.
  • Keep your palm facing up and flex your wrist by curling it towards your body.
  • Repeat up to ten times.

For best results, do not engage the rest of the arms but restrict movement to your wrist.