Supraspinatus open can patient stands with theraband under their foot while grasping theraband, bring shoulders back and down. Your doctor or physical therapist will tell you when you can start these exercises and which ones will work best for you. Talk to your doctor or physical therapist if you have. Rotator cuff and shoulder rehabilitation exercises to ensure that this program is safe and effective for you, it should be performed under your doctors supervision. Use a theraband resistance level that allows you to complete between 10 and 15 repetitions for 2 to 3 sets. Strengthening the rotator cuff muscles subscapularis, supraspinatus, infraspinatus, and teres minor is critical from preventing injury to.
When you have completed the strengthening exercises, repeat the stretching exercises to end the program. The rotator cuff is made up of four muscles supraspinatus, infraspinatus, subscapularis, and teres minor and their tendons. Shoulder strengthening exercises 2010 5 subscapularis strengthening anterior rotator cuff three exercises are shown. In going through many of the comments and questions from this video and my other social media ive focused this new video on rotator cuff inner shoulder muscles to help you work. While performing exercises, keep shoulder rolled back and down o. Rotator cuff sprain and strains university of california. While grasping theraband, bring shoulders back and down.
Resistance band exercises to strengthen rotator cuff. Conservative rotator cuff tear protocol sports and ortho. Therabandtubing strengthening home exercise program, page 4. The following rotator cuff strengthening exercises are designed to improve the strength of the rotator cuff muscles figure 1. You should discuss the suitability of these exercises with your physiotherapist. Rotator cuff strengthening with resistive bands edl. The primary goal of this protocol is to protect the repair while steadily progressing towards and. The anchor point should be on the side closest to your bent arm. The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons, which hold the glenohumeral joint together and. With the theraband still tied to the doorknob and the door completely closed, turn your body so that your back is facing the door.
Chloe wilson bsc hons physiotherapy rotator cuff injury exercises aim to restore strength and flexibility to the shoulder. When you injure these muscles, exercising it is the best way to recover. Rotator cuff repair the following is a protocol for postoperative patients following rotator cuff repair. Looking for shoulder band exercises to strengthen or rehab your shoulders and rotator cuff. After the warmup, do the stretching exercises shown on page 1 before moving on to the strengthening exercises. Rotator cuff repair postsurgical rehabilitation protocol postop days 1 21 immobilizer with abductor pillow x 46 weeks even while sleeping place pillow under shoulder. To ensure that this program is safe and effective for you, it should be performed under your doctors supervision. To view video clips and further instruction of your prescribed exercise program, please visit. Below are 7 resistance band shoulder exercises to strengthen and rehab your shoulders. Shoulder external rotation with anchored resistance. Exercises your kaiser permanente care instructions here are some examples of typical rehabilitation exercises for your condition. It contains stepbystep instructions with accompanying illustrations for six rotator cuff exercises meant to be performed while laying face down on an exercise table or other sturdy surface. Rotator cuff strengthening exercises physioadvisor.
The rotator cuff muscles act to stabilize the head of the humerus and due to their anatomic. Talk to your doctor or physical therapist about which exercises will best help you meet your rehabilitation goals. Theraband best resistance bands for rotator cuff exercises. Exercises you can do at home exercises are a very important part of treatment for a rotator cuff disorder. Keep your shoulders healthy and strong by working and strengthening your rotator cuff muscles. Rotator cuff and shoulder rehabilitation exercises. I would recommend starting with the very smallest yellow band when beginning a rotator cuff rehab. These exercises are intended for the initial strengthening of acute shoulder problems, andor longterm rehabilitation for massive rotator cuff tears and other conditions. The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles that stabilize the shoulder. This howto video presents an individual with spinal cord injury sci demonstrating tips and techniques for how to safely and. Exercises to strengthen the shoulder may help to prevent a recurrence. Pdf posterior rotator cuff strengthening using theraband in a. Learn the 4 must do rotator cuff exercises with exercise bands exercise bands are used for rotator cuff exercises in almost every physical therapy office.
Through proper rehabilitation, the intact muscles around the shoulder can compensate for the. Increase the use of the injured arm as directed by comfort. If you are rehabilitating an injury, be sure and check with your healthcare provider for the appropriate resistance and repetitions. Here are some examples of great swimming specific theraband exercises. Rehabilitation after the repair operation is longer than after the decompression operation alone. If the rotator cuff muscle is torn, the surgeon may be able to repair it.
Theraband shoulder strengthening oxford university hospitals. How to do rotator cuff exercise using theraband national. These exercises are designed to improve strength and range of movement in your shoulder joint following injury. Exercises here are some examples of typical rehabilitation exercises for your condition.
If pain, weakness, and stiffness in your shoulder see figure in appendix are. Rotator cuff strengthening with a theraband orthoindy. Progress to isotonics when elevation against gravity 80 deg. Rotator cuff repair revised august 2008 postop days 1 21 immobilizer with abductor pillow x 46 weeks even while sleeping place pillow under shoulder arm while sleeping for comfort hand. Gently stretching after strengthening exercises can help reduce muscle soreness and keep your muscles long and flexible.
Using a progressive resistance elastic theraband to provide resistance for four movements. If pain, weakness, and stiffness in your shoulder see figure in appendix are related to problems with your rotator cuff, a doctor will usually first recommend nonsurgical treatment. The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons, which hold the glenohumeral joint together and help lift the arm overhead, such as throwing a ball or swimming. Meaning, these band shoulder exercises will rehab and prehab your shoulders rotator cuff. Door handles make great anchor points when needed, and many exercises dont need any anchor. You start with a theraband of comfortable resistance. Rotator cuff and shoulder conditioning program orthoinfo aaos.
Home exercise program for periscapular and rotator cuff. Your doctor may send you to a physical therapist for exercises or other therapy. Start against gravity and gradually progress with weights 2. Using a door jamb, tree, or corner of a wall, extend your. This beginner exercise routine to help strengthen the rotator cuff. Rotator cuff exercises with bands should be performed weekly whether you are experiencing shoulder pain or not.