Rotator Cuff Home Rehabilitation Exercises: What Exercises Help With Rotator Cuff Disorders
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What exercises help with rotator cuff disorders?
Exercises that help rotator cuff disorders include:
- Stretches and range-of-motion routines to help restore flexibility.
- Strength-building routines to help stabilize the shoulder.
It is very important to consult with your health professional or physical therapist before beginning any exercises for rotator cuff disorders. Once the following exercises are approved, your results will depend on your commitment to using the correct technique and doing the exercises as often and for as long as your health professional recommends. But do not continue exercises that cause pain. Talk to your health professional to see if you are doing the exercises properly. If you are doing them correctly and yet are experiencing pain, you may need modified exercises or other treatment.
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| Last updated: | February 10, 2006 |
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| Author: | Lila Havens |
| Reviewed By: | Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine, Kathie Hummel-Berry, PT, PhD - Physical Therapy |
| Editors: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA, Michele Cronen |
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