Scapular Exercise: Arm Reach

Lie flat on your back. This exercise is a very slight motion that starts with your arms raised (elbows straight, arms straight).
From this position, reach higher toward the sky or ceiling, keeping your elbows straight. All motion should be from your shoulder blade only.
Relax back to the starting position.
Repeat 8 to 12 times.

Current as of: October 6, 2021

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 - Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Trauma

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