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Shoulder Dislocation Exercises

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

Exactly what are shoulder dislocation exercises?

Shoulder dislocation exercises help decrease swelling and pain after a shoulder dislocation. They also help strengthen your shoulder and arm muscles. Stop if you feel pain.

• Pendulum swings: Lean past a table. Rest the hands of your arm onto this table`s outside edge. Gently swing your injured arm forwards and backward, sideways, also in circles. Repeat 20 days in each direction. Increase as you get used to the exercise, how far your arm swing.
• Shrugs: Stand with your arms by the own side. Lift up your shoulders to your own ears and hold for 1 minute. Then pull your shoulders back and pinch your shoulder blades together. Hold for 1 minute. Relax your shoulders and repeat 20 times.
• Punches: Lie on your back and stretch your arms toward the ceiling. Without bending your elbows, lift your shoulders off the floor. Lower your shoulders back to the bottom. Repeat 30 times.

When should I contact my healthcare provider?

• Your pain and swelling increase as you exercise.
• You`ve got pain at rest.
• You`ve questions or concerns about shoulder dislocation exercises.

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