It may feel wobbly when you reach overhead or when you lift items.
Here is a step-by-step progression of a physical therapy exercise program for a shoulder labrum tear.
It may be similar to one that your own physical therapist (PT) prescribes for you to do.
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Your physical therapy program after a shoulder labrum tear should be personalized and specific to your needs.
Exercise to restore thenormalway your shoulder moves may be necessary before progressing to any strengthening exercises.
Perform 10 to 15 repetitions of shoulder ROM exercises two to three times each day.
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So how can you regain a stable shoulder joint?
Rotator cuff strengthening can help improve the dynamic stability of your shoulder joint.
Exercises for your rotator cuff may be prescribed by your physical therapist after a shoulder labrum tear.
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Exercises may include:
Each exercise can include 10 to 15 repetitions three or four times per week.
Your physical therapist may prescribescapular stabilization exercisesto normalize your shoulder mobility and function.
Scapular stability exercises progress through exercises lying on your tummy to exercises performed in a side-lying position.
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You may also work on scapular strengthening and control using weight machines.
Shoulder Proprioception and Balance
You need good balance in your shoulders to effectively use your arms.
The isometric dynamic shoulder exercise may be done with a resistance band.
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These exercises can be replicated by performing the shoulder weight-bearing exercises in the quadruped position at home.
Everyone’s activity level is different, so this part of your rehab should be personalized to your needs.
Athletes working to return to their respective sports may need specific exercises to get back to normal participation.
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