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Shoulder

Wand-Assisted External Rotation

Use a stick to help the stiff shoulder rotate outward.

  • Mobility
  • Assisted ROM

Standard dose

Sets
2
Reps / hold
8–10
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How to do it

Follow the steps in order. Move in a comfortable range unless your provider said otherwise.

  1. Hold a stick with both hands, elbows at your sides bent 90 degrees.
  2. Use the healthy arm to gently rotate the affected forearm outward.
  3. Return to center.