Shoulder
Sidelying External Rotation
Rotator cuff strengthening with a light weight or band, elbow pinned to the side.
- Rotator cuff
- Strength
How to do it
Follow the steps in order. Move in a comfortable range unless your provider said otherwise.
- Lie on the unaffected side with a light dumbbell or band in the top hand.
- Keep the elbow bent 90 degrees and tucked against the ribs.
- Rotate the forearm up toward the ceiling, then lower slowly.
- Stop if you feel sharp front-shoulder pain.