Wand Exercises (Flexion / Extension)
Homecare Kinesiology Instruction Module
📋 Remedial Instructions
- 1Using a cane or broom handle in both hands, have the unaffected arm assist the affected side in obtaining as much pain-free movement in all ranges.
- 2Remember proper posture and do not hold your breath.
- 3Flexion:
- 4Stand upright and hold a stick in both hands, palms down.
- 5Stretch your arms by lifting them over your head (or as high as you can without pain), keeping your elbows straight.
- 6Hold for 5 seconds and return to the starting position. Repeat 10 times.
- 7Extension:
- 8Stand upright and hold a stick in both hands.
- 9Move the stick away from your back. Hold the end position for 5 seconds.
- 10Relax and return to the starting position. Repeat 10 times.
⚠️ Rapha Clinic Notice: Move smoothly without bouncing. Hold stretches for 30s. If any unexpected pain increases, suspend activity immediately.