Stroke Survior Exercise Protocol for Upper Extremity

Created By: The Academy

Description:
Pang et al. 2006

Instructions:
These exercises were performed 3 times a week for 19 weeks in a group-circuit format. Elastic resistance exercises were performed for 2 sets of 10 repetitions, gradually increasing to 3 sets of 15. Other circuits included wrist exercises and closed-chain exercises.

Thera-Band Shoulder External Rotation at 0 degrees

Instructions:
Begin with one end of the band securely attached at waist-height. (You may place a towel roll under your arm as well.) Grasp the other end of the band with tension. Pull the band away from the wall, rotating your forearm outward. Hold and slowly return.
TIP: Be sure to keep your forearm parallel to the ground, your elbow by your side, and your wrist straight.

Thera-Band Shoulder Flexion to 90 degrees

Instructions:
Begin with a slightly stretched band or tubing anchored under your foot. Lift the band in front of our body. Keep your thumb pointing upward and your elbow straight. Avoid arching your back.

Thera-Band Shoulder Abduction to 90 degrees

Instructions:
Begin with one end of the band or tubing stabilized under your foot. Grasp the band with tension at your side. Keeping your elbow straight, lift the arm upward to shoulder level. Hold and slowly return. Avoid arching your back.

Thera-Band Shoulder Extension (Starting at 45°)

Instructions:
Begin with one end of the band securely attached. Grasp the other end of the band with slight tension, with your arm forward to about 45°. Extend your arm backward, keeping your elbow straight. Hold and slowly return.

Pro Series Exercise Ball Closed Chain Shoulder Press

Instructions:
Sit in a chair with the exercise ball placed at your side. Extend your arm at your side with your elbow straight and place your hand on the ball. (You might have to place a step under the ball to position it.) Keeping your elbow straight, push downward into the ball. Slowly allow your shoulder to return upward to the starting position. Remember to keep your elbow straight. Dont hold your breath.

Consult your healthcare provider before beginning this exercise program. If you experience any pain or difficulty with any exercises, stop and consult your healthcare provider. The Hygenic Corporation is not liable for any injuries incurred while using exercises or programs accessed via this website. User must wear suitable eye protection such as safety goggles to protect against possibility of eye injury as a result of the band or tube snapping towards the face if grip is lost or if the band or tube breaks.