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Eccentric exercises for the shoulder are exercises that lengthen the muscles around the shoulder joint under tension creating an adaptation that improves; range of motion, mobility, strength, while decreasing discomfort/pain.
How to perform the exercise:
1. Sit in a chair with feet flat on the floor, facing away with the pulley that has been securely assembled in a door frame.
2. With hands lightly holding pulley handles, raise affected arm overhead with the assistance of the other arm (or push outward during lift) to feel a stretch.
3. Avoid hiking shoulder, they should be relaxed and down.
4. Then slowly lower affected arm for 3-5 seconds.
***At no time should this cause any strain on the neck, back or shoulders. Do not force the motion through a restriction. Please consult your health care physician before attempting exercise.***