Lateral Shoulder Distraction

ShoulderShoulder Flexibility
Written By David Song

LATERAL SHOULDER DISTRACTION

This is a shoulder mobility exercise. Anchor one end of a thick strength band to a stable pull up bar or object. Loop the free end around your wrist with your arm raised up beside you to shoulder height. Lean to the side & away from the band while relaxing the shoulder muscles. Let gravity stretch the muscles of the shoulder.

Joint Involved:

  • Glenohumeral Joint

Related Conditions:

  • Frozen Shoulder

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