Shoulder Adduction

Purpose:

Increases and preserves flexibility and mobility of the joints. 

Directions:

Complete 10 repetitions (30 seconds each) once a day 

Recommendations: 

• Complete exercises slowly 

• Try to achieve full range of motion but do not force a stretch 

• Decrease hands-on assistance over time (have child try to initiate and hold movement on their own)

Have child sit on flat surface or lie down. Place one hand on shoulder and the other hand on wrist.

​Gently assist in lifting the arm straight up.