Rotator Cuff Exercises
These exercises may be used after rotator cuff injury to the shoulder or
for strengthening the shoulder.
• Do these exercises while lying face down on an exercise table or
other sturdy surface where your arm can hang down.
• Turn your head toward the shoulder you are exercising.
• Do not lift your arm higher than shoulder height for these exercises.
Repeat each exercise ____ times. Hold each position for 2 to 5 seconds.
Do these exercises _____ times each day.
Exercises
Start with your arm hanging down over the side of the table with your
thumb pointed towards your head. Your elbow should be straight.
Lift your arm straight out to the side to table top level.
Hold, then lower your arm and repeat.
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