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Shoulder External Rotation, Isometric (Strength)

  1. Stand with your affected arm close to a wall.

  2. Bend your arm up in front of you so your elbow is at a 90° angle (like the letter "L").

  3. While keeping your elbow tight to your side throughout the exercise, press the back of your hand into the wall.

  4. Hold for 5 seconds. Then relax.

  5. Repeat 10 times.

  6. Switch sides and repeat if instructed.

  7. Repeat this exercise 3 times a day, or as instructed.

Woman doing external rotation shoulder exercise.

Online Medical Reviewer: Lalitha Kadali
Online Medical Reviewer: Stacey Wojcik MBA BSN RN
Online Medical Reviewer: Trina Bellendir PT
Date Last Reviewed: 2/1/2025
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