Overhead Stretch for the Shoulders- Standing about an arm's length away, grasp on to
a solid surface, such as a countertop, a doorknob, or the back of a sturdy
chair.
- With your knees slightly bent, bend forward with your arms
straight, lowering your upper body and letting your shoulders
stretch.
- As your shoulders are able to stretch farther, you may
need to take a step or two backward.
- Hold for at least 15 to 30 seconds then stand up and relax. If you
had stepped back during your stretch, step forward so you can keep your hands
on the solid surface.
- Repeat 2 to 4 times.
ByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical ReviewerWilliam H. Blahd, Jr., MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine
Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Specialist Medical ReviewerTimothy Bhattacharyya, MD Current as ofMarch 21, 2017 Current as of:
March 21, 2017 Author:
Healthwise Staff Medical Review:
William H. Blahd, Jr., MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine & Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine & Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine & Timothy Bhattacharyya, MD |
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