Stroke Exercise Programme: Level 3 Session 7 – Strength (upper body)

Video by: Mathilde Pawsey of Brinkley Physical Therapy, for Different Strokes

Exercise level: 3
Session number: 7
Area of focus: Strength (upper body)
Equipment required: Resistance band and dumbbells or tins of beans/soup

These sessions are designed for people who can move their affected leg reasonably well, but who may have restricted movement in their affected arm. The exercises are a mixture of seated and standing exercises. For the standing exercises, a sturdy upright chair should be available to assist with your balance. Please note it is a requirement that a carer or family member is available to supervise your standing

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Before you begin any exercise programme or begin to follow any of the training recommendations, advice or other instructions, you should first consult your doctor and have a physical examination. The recommendations, advice and instructions provided by Different Strokes and the instructors providing these exercise sessions are in no way intended to replace or to be construed as medical advice. Different Strokes and all associated staff and contractors offer no warranties or representations regarding the advice, instructions, email advice or any other information provided. You should be aware and accept that participating in exercise has a risk of causing injury, both minor and potentially major and even death. Different Strokes and all staff and contractors shall not be liable for any claims, demands, damages, rights of action or causes of action, present or future, arising out of or connected to any instruction or information provided, including any injuries resulting there from.