Scapular, Shoulder and Elbow
Theraband Exercises
• These Theraband Exercises will help improve your strength and
endurance. Your therapist will show you how and where to attach the
band to get the most benefit during exercise.
• Do only those exercises checked by your therapist. Sit or stand as
shown. Adjust the tension by tying the band in a large or small loop.
Holding it closer to or farther away from where the band is attached
also changes the tension.
Repeat each exercise _____ times for _____ times a day.
Theraband resistance:
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red
green
blue
black
silver
Scapular Elevation:
Fasten the Theraband to the bottom of a table or
chair or under your foot. Keep your arm straight
down to your side and shrug your shoulder
upward.
Scapular Retraction:
Fasten the Theraband to a doorknob
and face the door. Grasp the band with
your arm straight in front of you. Move
your shoulder back while your arm stays
straight.
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