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WEAK AND PAINFUL SHOULDER
Stage 1 S H O U L D E R
P A T H W A Y
T R E A T M E N T
During the completion of these exercises you may experience some discomfort which is normal and does not mean you are doing any further harm. If 0/10 was no pain and 10/10 is the worst pain imaginable, we suggest that you work to a level no greater than 4-5/10 during the exercise.
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G U I D E L I N E S
The following day or two it is normal to experience some delayed pain or muscle soreness. Providing this does not continue to worsen, it is ok to carry on completing the exercises. As a guide, start with the prescribed repetitions and sets. It is ok to reduce the number of reps and sets based on your level of pain.
Isometric Shoulder Abduction Short and Long Lever Standing facing sideways, gently push
against the wall as though you are trying to lift your arm up in the air. Elbow can either be bent or straight.
Push for 30 seconds (4-5 repetitions) 2-3 x a day.
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Isometric Shoulder External Rotation
With your arm bent to 90 degrees and your elbow tucked into your side.
Resist the back aspect of your hand with the other.
Resist for 30 seconds. (4-5 repetitions) 2-3 x a day
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P H Y S I O T H E R A P Y
S H O U L D E R
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