Shoulder Flexion (Flexibility)
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Sit in a chair sideways next to a table. Lay your right arm on the table, pointed forward.
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Slowly lean forward. Slide your arm forward on the table. Feel the stretch in your right shoulder.
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Hold for 5 seconds. Slowly sit back up.
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Repeat 5 times.
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Switch sides and repeat, if instructed.
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Repeat this exercise 3 times a day, or as instructed.
Safety tips
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Stop right away if you feel any pain. Slight discomfort is normal, but you shouldn’t feel sharp pain while you’re doing these exercises or stretches.
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Remember to breathe. Breathing well may also help you do an exercise or stretch for longer.
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Start slowly. If you’re new to working out or doing shoulder exercises, don’t try to do too much too soon. Start with just a few exercises and stretches at first, then add more as you build your strength.
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Check with your health care provider or physical therapist. If you’ve had shoulder surgery, an injury, or a lot of shoulder pain, it’s important to check with your provider or physical therapist before doing shoulder mobility exercises and stretches.
Online Medical Reviewer:
Lalitha Kadali
Online Medical Reviewer:
Stacey Wojcik MBA BSN RN
Online Medical Reviewer:
Trina Bellendir PT
Date Last Reviewed:
1/1/2025
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