I dislocated my elbow about this time last year. No fun at all, and I completely get how frustrating it can be!

Stationary recumbent bike was the first thing I was able to do (the elliptical was too jarring in the beginning) and then lower body strength work and the elliptical, then eventually my bike on the trainer. The worst part is that casts/braces are itchy and kind of a pain in the rear when you get sweaty.

Heal fast!