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Theraband Variation
Instructions:
- Anchor one end of a theraband to something stable.
- Face side on, with the band tied on the far side of the affected arm.
- Start with the band in your hand. Tuck your elbow into the side of your body, and rest your hand across your stomach.
- Keeping your elbow tucked in at your side, slowly pull your hand away from the bands anchor.
- You should feel tension on the band and muscles working, but not significant pain. If you feel significant pain, do not pull quite as far/hard.
- Hold for the time prescribed by your Physiotherapist, and repeat.
Wall Variation
Instructions:
- Bend the elbow of the target limb to a 90 degree angle
- Open the chest by slightly drawing the shoulder blades together
- Position the back of the hand against a firm surface and push as if trying to push the hand away from the body
- Keep the elbow tucked into the side body
- Sustain for period of time designated by Physiotherapist
