🧘‍♂️ Stretching

Wand Exercises (Flexion / Extension)

Homecare Kinesiology Instruction Module

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📋 Remedial Instructions

  1. 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.
  2. 2Remember proper posture and do not hold your breath.
  3. 3Flexion:
  4. 4Stand upright and hold a stick in both hands, palms down.
  5. 5Stretch your arms by lifting them over your head (or as high as you can without pain), keeping your elbows straight.
  6. 6Hold for 5 seconds and return to the starting position. Repeat 10 times.
  7. 7Extension:
  8. 8Stand upright and hold a stick in both hands.
  9. 9Move the stick away from your back. Hold the end position for 5 seconds.
  10. 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.