Improving your flexibility can reduce pain. Stretching exercises also can help increase your range of pain-free motion. Breathe normally when you exercise. Use smooth, fluid movements.
Note: Follow any special instructions you are given. If you feel pain, stop the exercise. If the pain continues after stopping, call your healthcare provider:
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Stand with your shoulder about 2 feet from the wall.
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Raise your arm to shoulder level and gently walk your fingers up the wall as high as you can.
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Hold for
3 to 5 seconds. Then walk your fingers back down. -
Repeat
3 times. Move closer to the wall as you repeat. -
Build up to holding each stretch for
30 seconds.
Caution
Do this stretch only if or when your healthcare provider recommends it. It may not be advised for a new injury.
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