1. 1
    Do an exercise to help straighten your elbow. This exercise strengthens the muscles that straighten the elbow. You can perform this exercise 2 to 3 times a day (once in the morning, in the afternoon and at bedtime).
    • Lie on your back with arms resting at the sides and put a rolled towel under the affected elbow.
    • Bend the affected elbow and move the hand up toward the shoulder. Keep the elbow resting on the towel.
    • Hold for 10 seconds.
    • Straighten the elbow and hold for 10 seconds.
    • Slowly repeat 10 to 15 times.
  2. 2
    Get your elbow to straighten out. This exercise strengthens the muscles that straighten the elbow (helps in getting up from a lying position). You can perform this exercise 2 to 3 times a day (once in the morning, in the afternoon and at bedtime).
    • Sit on a firm surface. Put the affected forearm flat on a surface with palm facing down. Place a firm pillow under the elbow.
    • Lean your weight onto the bent elbow in a slow manner. You may need someone to assist you in order to maintain your balance.
    • Push your hand down against the support surface while straightening the elbow and sitting upright.
    • Slowly allow the elbow to bend while returning the forearm to the support surface.
  3. 3
    Do exercises that are focused on your hands and wrists. These exercises improve strength and range of motion in the wrist. You can perform these exercises 2 to 3 times a day (once in the morning, in the afternoon and at bedtime). These are:
    • Exercise 1: Hold weights in both hands. Bend the elbows at a 90 degree angle. Turn the palms up and down 10 times.
    • Exercise 2: Hold weights in both hands. Bend the elbows at a 90 degree angle. Lift the wrists up and down while keeping the elbows still. Repeat 10 times.