Upper extremity active range of motion sitting aurora health care. The exercises illustrated and described in this document should be performed only after instruction by your physical therapist or dr. Pendulum exercise bend over at the waist and let the arm hang down. Andreas explains the active range of motion in the shoulder complex. Shoulder range of motion exercises johns hopkins division of shoulder surgery department of orthopaedic surgery created 9262017 edward g. However, due to the extent of damage it is highly recommended to see a sports injury specialist or doctor. Self range of motion exercises for the arm and hand page 3 2. This handout illustrates some basic range of motion exercises for the shoulder. Range of motion is the term that is used to describe the amount of movement you have at each joint. Stretch your arms forwards then raise them up above your head, keeping the elbows. They should be performed within your comfort zone unless otherwise instructed. It will be very important to continue the exercise program that your therapist instructed you in when you leave the hospital. Using your body to initiate movement, swing the arm gently forward and backward and in a circular motion.
They should be performed slowly using a straight stick. Shoulder range of motion exercises phoenix childrens hospital. If you would like further information, or have any particular worries, please do not hesitate to ask your physiotherapist or doctor. Shoulder range of motion exercises boston sports medicine. Shoulder mobility exercises and stretches with pictures. Shoulder range of motion exercises information for patients this information leaflet explains the anatomy of the shoulder, and discusses the importance of maintaining a good range of motion of the shoulder.
These exercises reduce stiffness and will prevent or at least slow down the freezing of your joints as the disease progresses and you move less often. Active assisted shoulder exercises oxford university hospitals. These exercises are designed to improve the range of movement in your shoulder joint following injury. The first phase of rehabilitation begins with flexibility. You should rest from all activities that cause shoulder pain.
Shoulder range of motion exercises johns hopkins division of shoulder surgery department of orthopaedic surgery created 9262017 cane exercises you can use any stick cane, broomstick or golf club to do these exercises arm elevation yes no arm elevation elbows bent. These exercises are recommended by us for you to perform on your own to regain your shoulder range of motion. After your recovery, these exercises can be continued as a maintenance. Stretching exercises this handout illustrates some basic range of motion exercises for the shoulder. Click here to download pdf shoulder range of motion exercises. Selfrange of motion exercises for shoulders, arms, wrists, fingers. Your normal shoulder range of motion depends on your health and flexibility.
Selfrange of motion exercises for the arm and hand page 3 2. Range of motion exercises range of motion rom exercises are done to preserve flexibility and mobility of the joints on which they are performed. Unless your doctor feels that you have adhesive capsulitis or frozen shoulder, these exercises should not cause pain. Slowly move your arms to the side, away from your body, lifting to shoulder height.
Grade 3 injuries are now more frequently being treated with conservative treatment, rather than surgery. Rock the baby stretch hold your affected arm by supporting the elbow, forearm and wrist as if cradling a baby. Shoulder mobility stretches and exercises can help improve shoulder flexibility, reduce tension, increase range of motion, and prevent injury. Shoulder range of motion exercises steward health care. Performing the exercises two to three days a week will maintain strength and range of motion in your shoulders. Pain should go away when the joint is returned to rest. This shoulder conditioning program should be continued for 4 to 6 weeks, unless otherwise specified by your doctor or physical therapist. Using your body to initiate movement, swing the arm gently. Physiotherapy department active assisted shoulder exercises.
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