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Standing Shoulder Extension with Dowel

Standing Shoulder Extension with Dowel: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Stand holding a dowel behind your hips. Move it gently backward to extend your shoulders without leaning forward or arching your back.

Body region
Shoulder
Position
Standing
Equipment
Dowel
Recovery phase
Mid recovery
Purpose
Range Of Motion

Used in home programs for

  • Shoulder Pain / Rehabilitation

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