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Supine Shoulder Internal Rotation - PROM, Dowel
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- HOW: Lay face up with a towel under your arm to keep the shoulder slightly elevated. Using a dowel or stick, use assistance with your opposite hand to rotate your arm outward until your forearm is perpendicular to the floor.
- FEEL: You will feel a stretch in the front of your shoulder with this exercise.
- COMPENSATION: Avoid allowing the head of the shoulder to move forward on the stretching arm.
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