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💪 Pendulum Swings

Lean forward and let your arm hang, then gently swing it in circles.

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How to do the Pendulum Swings

  1. Lean forward, supporting yourself with your good arm on a table
  2. Let your injured arm hang straight down
  3. Gently swing your arm in small circles
  4. Gradually increase circle size as tolerated
  5. Do clockwise and counterclockwise

Form tips

  • Let gravity do the work
  • Stay relaxed

Muscles worked

Rotator cuff (passive)

When to be cautious

  • Acute fracture
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