'Improving Shoulder Strength After Surgery | Fractured (Broken) Humerus | Senior Rehab'

00:15 Apr 23
'How To Improve Shoulder Strength After Surgery For A Fractured Humerus  This 70-year-old patient is rehabbing from a fractured proximal humerus (upper arm). Her range of motion (ROM) and strength have improved. It is time for another new exercise to continue her functional improvement. The tall kneeling diagonal (low to high) raise is an excellent exercise progression for periscapular strengthening. The pulling motion originates from the shoulder blades (scapulae), and the middle and lower trapezii are the prime movers.  To perform this advanced exercise safely, there needs to be significant lumbopelvic (core) stability. She performs a quarter-turn of her body with arm movement while performing this exercise. Proper posture, technique, and weight shifting on the moving sled are required to perform this exercise successfully. Emphasis is placed on proper breathing and controlled movement.  ✅ Neutral spine ✅ Breathing diaphragmatically ✅ Controlled movement  Effective and efficient rehab is criterion-based, not time-based.   

Tags: senior fitness , Surgery recovery , shoulder surgery , senior rehab , shoulder fracture , humerus fracture , surgery rehab , broken arm rehab

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