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Shoulder Rolls

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  • Sit tall with your feet flat on the floor and spread comfortably apart.
  • Roll your shoulders up, then back, then down, then forward in a smooth, circular motion.
  • Now roll your shoulders in the other direction.
  • Repeat 2 to 4 times.

Current as of: August 7, 2019

Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Donald Sproule, MDCM, CCFP - Family Medicine
Martin J. Gabica, MD - Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Elizabeth A. Phelan, MD - Geriatric Medicine

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