Shoulder Exercises: Intermediate Stage Strengthening Patient
Exercise Sheet
These exercises can be done within your pain limits however they should not increase your pain. Your pain should not be severe but a little discomfort when exercising is ok. If you experience severe pain which lasts more than 30 minutes after you stop, reduce the force or frequency with which you are performing them.
As a guide start with the number of prescribed repetitions and sets. You can increase or decrease based on your pain.
Complete these exercises 4-5 times per week.
Supported 90-90 External Rotation With Weight
1 Start with your arm supported out to the side, your elbow bent to 90 degrees, and holding a weight.
2 Then slowly lower your hand towards the floor.
3 Repeat 10-15 times, rest for one minute, repeat again.
Wall Incline Press Up
1 Start by having both hands at shoulder height on a wall in front of you. Bend both elbows, lowering your chest towards the wall.
2 Then straighten your elbows and return to the start position. Repeat as recommended.
3 Repeat 10-15 times, rest for one minute, repeat again.
