Shoulder Theraband Flexion Abduction Scaption

These exercises work the shoulder in three major planes of the shoulder. It is important to keep the elbow straight and shoulder blade down and back.

Equipment: theraband or a resistance band

Start: You are going to step on one end of the theraband.

Flexion: With your thumb pointing up and shoulder blade down and back, lift your straight arm up in front to 90 degrees.

Abduction: Again, the thumb will lead and lift your straight arm out to the side to 90
degrees.

Scaption: You will bring your arm up at a diagonal (in between flexion and abduction) with your thumbs up.

Perform each exercise for 2-3 sets of 10-15 repetitions.

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