Self Range of Motion Exercises for Arm and Hand - Hamilton Health
After a stroke, it is important to do the exercises in this handout for your affected arm and hand. You can do them on your own by using.
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Self-Range of Motion Exercises
for the Arm and Hand
After a stroke, it is important to do the exercises in this handout for
your affected arm and hand. You can do them on your own by using
your unaffected arm and hand. These gentle movements are called
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movement, prevent stiffness, improve blood flow, and increase
awareness of your affected arm and hand.
Complete the exercises slowly and do not force movements.
Stop if you feel pain.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your
Occupational Therapist: _______________________________
Do the exercises in this handout _____ times each day.
Self-range of motion exercises for the arm and hand
1. Shoulder: Forward Arm Lift
Interlock your fingers, or hold your wrist.
With your elbows straight and thumbs facing the ceiling,
lift your arms to shoulder height.
Slowly lower your arms to starting position.
Hold for ____ seconds.
Repeat ____ times.
