Advice after your nerve block for surgery
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Arthroscopic Subacromial Decompression Exercises
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1. Pendulums Hold on to a support with your good arm and lean forward slightly, letting your operated arm hang loosely. Gently swing the arm forwards and backwards, side to side, and in small circles. You can lean further forward to increase the movement. 10 reps x3 a day |
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2. Supine shoulder flexion assisted Lie on your back holding a stick with both hands. Keep your shoulder blades flat on the bed as you lift the stick straight up towards the ceiling, raising your arms as far as you comfortably can while keeping them straight. Slowly and with control, lower your arms back down to the starting position and repeat. 10 reps x3 a day |
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3. Shoulder abduction assisted Hold a stick with both hands in front of you and use your unaffected arm to gently push the stick across your body, guiding your affected arm out to the side. Keep your shoulders relaxed and avoid twisting your body as you move. Slowly and with control, return to the starting position 10 reps x3 a day |
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About this information
Service:
Physiotherapy
Reference:
BB/075
Approval date:
30 April 2026
Review date:
1 April 2029
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