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Physiotherapist Robyn Hughes
Updated 20-6-25
1Shoulder Internal Rotation [Reactive]
2 sets of 8 reps
Green Band
Three times / day
  • Secure a theraband at elbow height and grasp it with the hand closest to the band so the resistance pulls away from your body.
  • Bend your elbow to 90 degrees with your forearm pointing directly away from you (this is the pistol position).
  • While maintaining the pistol position and step away from the theraband and return. Don’t let your hand drift away from your body!
  • Continue this as prescribed by your physiotherapist.
2Shoulder External Rotation
2 sets of 8 reps
Green Band
Once / day
  • Position yourself with the elbow tucked into the side body.
  • Open through the chest.
  • Thumb directed towards the roof.
  • Position the affected arm furthest away from the resistance band.
  • Maintaining the above position, move the forearm away from the belly button.
  • Control the return to the belly.
  • Repeat as per Physiotherapists guidelines.
3Shoulder Internal Rotation
2 sets of 8 reps
Green Band
Once / day
  • Position yourself with the elbow tucked into the side body.
  • Open through the chest.
  • Thumb directed towards the roof.
  • Position the affected arm closest to the resistance band.
  • Maintaining the above position, move the forearm towards the belly.
  • Control the return to neutral.
  • Repeat as per Physiotherapist’s guidelines.
4Shoulder Internal Rotation [Reactive]
2 sets of 8 reps
Green Band
Once / day
  • Secure a theraband at elbow height and grasp it with the hand closest to the band so the resistance pulls away from your body.
  • Bend your elbow to 90 degrees with your forearm pointing directly away from you (this is the pistol position).
  • While maintaining the pistol position and step away from the theraband and return. Don’t let your hand drift away from your body!
  • Continue this as prescribed by your physiotherapist.