Theraband Exercises in Bed

Do only the exercises checked by your therapist. Do them _______ times each, ______ times a day.

• Do exercises slowly.
• Breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth. Never hold your breath.
• If you feel any pain or discomfort, tell your therapist.

___ Shoulder Flexion Place the theraband at the level of your shoulders. Pull toward the ceiling

___ Elbow Flexion Place the theraband at the level of your waist. Bend your elbows and pull toward your shoulders.

___ Shoulder External Rotation Place the theraband at the level of your waist. Cross your arms and grasp the theraband on opposite sides of your body. Pull across your body, keeping your elbows at 90 degrees.

___ Shoulder Internal Rotation Place the theraband at the level of your waist. Bend your elbows and pull inward toward the center of your body.

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