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Supine Shoulder Flexion to 90 - PROM, Hand Assist

HOW: Begin laying face up with your fingers interlocked or held onto by the opposite arm. Initiate the motion with the non-affected arm, bring both arms up to 90 degrees, this is when your arm is straight up and down. Keep the involved shoulder as...

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  • HOW:  Begin laying face up with your fingers interlocked or held onto by the opposite arm. Initiate the motion with the non-affected arm, bring both arms up to 90 degrees, this is when your arm is straight up and down. Keep the involved 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.