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Standing Wall Angels

Standing Wall Angels: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Slide the arms upward along the wall while keeping the ribs controlled and shoulders relaxed, then lower through a pain-free range.

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

Used in home programs for

  • Shoulder Pain / Rehabilitation

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