💪 Pendulum Swings
Lean forward and let your arm hang, then gently swing it in circles.
ShoulderBeginnerChair3 × 20
How to do the Pendulum Swings
- Lean forward, supporting yourself with your good arm on a table
- Let your injured arm hang straight down
- Gently swing your arm in small circles
- Gradually increase circle size as tolerated
- 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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