After a shoulder injury or surgery, following a well-structured conditioning program will help you return to daily activities and enjoy a more active lifestyle.

This illustrated guide includes exercises and activities designed to restore muscle strength and mobility to your shoulder following shoulder surgery.

Length of program: This shoulder conditioning program should be continued for 4 to 6 weeks, unless otherwise specified by your doctor or physical therapist. After your recovery, these exercises can be …

This shoulder rehabilitation program focuses on strengthening the muscles that support your shoulder to help keep your shoulder joint stable, relieve pain and prevent further injury.

Talk to your doctor or physical therapist about which exercises will best help you meet your rehabilitation goals. After an injury or surgery, an exercise conditioning program will help you return to daily …

Your doctor will provide a rehabilitation program based on your needs and the findings at surgery. This will include exercises to regain motion of the shoulder and strength of the arm. It typically takes 2 to 4 …

As healing progresses, your physical therapist will gradually expand your program by adding exercises to strengthen the shoulder muscles and rotator cuff. This typically occurs 4 to 6 weeks after surgery.

Raise your injured leg 6” to 8” off of the floor. Hold this position for 5 seconds. Slowly lower your leg and rest for 2 seconds. Repeat, then complete exercise on the other side.

After your recovery, these exercises can be continued as a maintenance program for lifelong protection and health of your spine. Performing the exercises 2 to 3 days a week will maintain strength and …

This hip rehabilitation exercise program focuses on strengthening the muscles that support your hip to help keep your hip joint stable. Keeping these muscles strong can relieve pain and prevent further …