These exercises help build upper body strength. This helps when you need to use a walker or crutches after surgery. Be sure to exercise both arms. Your physical therapist or surgeon may also tell you to use weights when doing these exercises.
Biceps curls
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Sit up straight in a chair. Keep your elbow close to your body and your wrist straight.
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Bend your arm, moving your hand up to your shoulder. Then slowly lower your arm.
Triceps curls
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Sit, leaning forward from the waist.
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Bend your elbow so that your forearm is parallel to the floor. Then straighten your elbow as you extend your arm behind you.
Seated press-ups
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Sit in a sturdy chair with armrests.
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With palms flat on the armrests, press down to lift your buttocks from the chair. Hold for a few seconds.
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Bend your elbows to slowly ease back down.
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