Self range of motion exercises pdf

Self range of motion exercises pdf

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bending) and Extension (i.e. To Hold your affected arm by supporting the elbow, forearm and wrist (as if cradling a baby). palm down). The Elbow is essentially a hinge joint that is capable of Flexion (i.e. palm up) and Pronation (i.e. To keep the weakened arm and hand from becoming stiff and painful. “Range of motion” is the nor-mal amount your joints can be moved in cer Active Range of Motion Exercises: Wrists, Elbows, Forearms, and Shoulders. Slowly rock your arms side-to-side, and keep your body from turning Unsupported sittingBegin by: Interlocking your fingers with the affected thumb on top Holding your wrist to support the affected armRaise your arms forward and up towards the ceiling. To make Upper Body: Arm Strengthening Exercises with Tabletop Support Author: Sarah Housman, MS, OTR/L These exercises for the joints of the arm can help: Strengthen weak arm Range of motion exercises for the hand are movements and stretches that straighten and bend the joints in the fingers, thumb, and wrist. These exercises reduce stiffness and will prevent or at This guide will help you learn some range-of-motion exercises that could help reduce your arthritis pain. Slowly move your arms to the side, away from your body, lifting to shoulder height. bending) and Extension (i.e. The shoulder blade/scapula must be stretched first before any Range of Motion Exercises. Purpose of Self Range of Motion. Avoid rapid Upper Body: Arm Strengthening Exercises with Tabletop Support Author: Sarah Housman, MS, OTR/L These exercises for the joints of the arm can help: Strengthen weak arm muscles; Improve range of motion; Minimize stiffness and pain. straightening). The Forearm provides for rotation of the hand called Supination (i.e. Do the Repeat ____ times. When exercising, rememberTake deep breaths during and after each exercise and after each set of exercises. Do only the exercises checked. General proceduresA good time to do these exercises is while you are still in bed in the morning, and/or at night before you go to sleepUse slow, smooth movements. Upper Extremity Self Range of Motion Exercise Program. Keep your elbows straight and thumbs upSlowly lower your arms to the starting position. Instructions Use the muscles of your weak arm as much as possible Range of Motion Exercises. Complete sets xreps dailyPace yourselfFollow exercise directions as listedNotify your therapist if you have any questions or concernsDo not force movements that cause pain or Upper Extremity Range of Motion Exercises The Elbow is essentially a hinge joint that is capable of Flexion (i.e. Repeat these exercises ____ times, _____ times a day. straightening). Complete sets xreps Upper Extremity Range of Motion Exercises. Shoulder: “Rock the Baby” Stretch. Repeat this motion in the other direction. When exercising, rememberTake deep breaths during and after each exercise and after each set of exercises. These exercises help to improve These exercises can help to improve the range of movement & rease stiffness/pain at the joints of the arm. The Forearm This handout gives step-by-step instructions and illustrations forexercises to help prevent injuries to the upper body and increase strength and range of motion in the arms Range of motion (ROM) exercises are done to preserve flexibility and mobility of the joints on which they are performed. Shoulder Abduction and Adduction Purpose of Self Range of MotionTo keep the weakened arm and hand from becoming stiff and painfulTo make putting on and taking off clothing easier.