The following shoulder theraband exercises work to strengthen the shoulder with active resistance:
Active Resistive Internal Rotation
Using tubing, and keeping elbow in at your side, rotate arm inward across body. Be sure to keep your forearm parallel to the floor. Repeat 15 times. Do 2-3 sessons per day.
Active Resistance External Rotations
Using tubing, and keeping elbow in at your side, rotate arm outward across body. Be sure to keep your forearm parallel to the floor. Repeat 15 times. Do 2-3 sessons per day.
Active Resistance Flexion
Using tubing, start with arm at side and pull arm outward and upward. Move shoulder through pain free range of motion. Repeat 15 times. Do 2-3 sessons per day.
Active Resistance Extension
Using tubing, pull arm back. Be sure to keep elbow straight. Repeat 15 times. Do 2-3 sessons per day.
Active Resistance Abduction
Using tubing, start with arm across body and pull away from side. Move shoulder through pain free range of motion. Repeat 15 times. Do 2-3 sessions per day.
If you have questions about these exercises or shoulder pain please contact our Glen Allen office at 804-678-9000.
