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Supine Shoulder Flexion - PROM, Dowel

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  • HOW: Begin laying face up with a stick or a dowel in both hands. Initiate the motion with the non-affected arm, bring both arms overhead as high as you can tolerate. Keep the surgical shoulder as relaxed as possible.

 

  • FEEL: You may feel the stretch in your shoulder or the muscles surrounding the shoulder.

 

  • COMPENSATION: Avoid arching your back as you perform this exercise. Avoid using your affected arm, this stretch is designed to be passive.