Exercises & Activities to Improve Shoulder External Rotation After Stroke

[@octoberopal8419]

THESE WERE GREAT TIPS...I WAS DOING SOME I MADE UP THIS MORNING AND WILL DEFINATELY ADD THESE!!!THANK YOU SOOO MUCH!!

[@PostStrokeOrg]

@octoberopal, So glad you found them helpful 😊 Let me know how the new ones work out for you!

[@immgilmour6600]

4 months into my recovery after a second stroke, which has affected my left side this time, I find your exercises most helpful. Thank you so much.

[@johnnystackzzz6956]

This was by far the best shoulder external video I’ve seen yet, and I’ve been looking and searching for months! Easy effective stretches I’ve never seen. And the day to day household activities suggestions was EXCELLENT!! Like the combing the back of your head. When I shave my head it’s tough sometimes for my to reach in back with my shoulder. So I did a stretch like that to see if I would work. By stopped because I’ve never heard of anyone suggesting that, so I thought I would make my shoulder worst. But now thanks to you, that’s my on the go anywheres highly effective shoulder stretch. Thanks Doc!💯💯💯

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Thank you so much for the kind words! I'm really glad you're finding it helpful! I'm an occupational therapist so I like to keep things as functional as I can with my recommendations (using everyday activities vs. exercise alone). Keep me posted on how things are going 🙂

[@marthamcnish2181]

I have a permanent bend in my left arm at the elbow so that my arm cannot extend straight, which means my left (affected)arm is always shorter and weaker than my right(unaffected)arm when extended, making MY LEFT ARM REACH , NOT FULL straight possible. My elbow seems locked/frozen. The hand rotates well at the wrist, but not at the elbow! Are there any exercises that can help? Can you identify the problem? Please help me. Thanks.

[@PostStrokeOrg]

@marthamcnish, I can't say for sure because I haven't evaluated you, but it sounds like you may potentially have a contracture (shortening of tendons) or at least significant tightness of the muscles that cross your elbow. I would recommend talking to your doctor, neurologist, or treating therapist about it!

[@sammiwright4169]

Great content for frozen shoulder as well. Thanks for sharing!

[@sh09un1]

Is external rotation my issue if my elbow keeps flaring out when i try to carry something like a box? I have a hard time tucking my elbow into my side.

[@PostStrokeOrg]

@salvOh, That's a possibility. If you're having trouble keeping your elbow tucked in at your side, your external rotators may be weak. I couldn't say for sure without actually treating you. If you have questions, I recommend reaching out to your treating physician or therapist!

[@michaelricketts3023]

I'm 7 months into my recovery after suffering a brain bleed and find your exercises most helpful. Thank you

[@sajanninan4520]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@olinsariep3125]

more hand activities gross and fine im stroke pt survivor ❤

[@ahmeddaanouni9268]

merci beacoup

[@PostStrokeOrg]

@ahmedDaanouni, Very welcome! ❤️

[@danmartin888]

As always, great tips! Thank You

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Glad you found it helpful!☺️

[@babajicharannayak6475]

Thanks Dr,Elyse Madam your exercises are so much helpful.

[@gelsonpadilla1948]

super helpful videos i suffered a stroke on may 15, i'm from puerto rico and i workout with your videos.thank you so much, im still recovering very fast with your help.........THANKSsssssssss

[@PostStrokeOrg]

I'm so sorry to hear about your recent stroke but glad that these videos are helping on your recovery journey. Please take care ❤️

[@benniepearsob5273]

Once again YOU are Very Very Helpful and I will Donate once I Get Paid Thanks again.😊

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Thank you so much! ❤️I’m so glad you’re finding value in what we do!

[@deonlewis8820]

How many time a day should you do your stretches?

[@hemasookram4655]

Is there anything I can do for the tightness in my affected leg. That usually happens after I’m done exercising. I use my muscle stimulator but it’s not helping anymore with the tension especially after exercising

[@PostStrokeOrg]

@hemasookram, If you're not already going through a stretching routine after your exercises, I'd recommend that. This may help to relax your muscles a bit.

[@umeshlonkar2740]

Hello Madam, You always suggest the BEST exercises which require completely household stuff, very chip and economical. Thank you for all the help! And keep it UP!

[@PostStrokeOrg]

@umeshlonkar, Thanks so much for the kind words. That's my goal because I know that many people don't have access to fancy rehab equipment! 😊

[@StudyMeFinance2714]

I played football 3 months ago and typically dont throw, but I did that day, and I was trying to throw my hardest and farthest. My should has been killing me ever since. Havnt been able to push anything heavy in the gym, uncomfortable sleep etc. Ive been looking for exercises and these are the only ones that seem to help and work. And a lot of them are pain relieving immediately. Thank you

[@PostStrokeOrg]

@it'sokaytoaskwuestions, Thank you so much for sharing! I'm really glad you found it helpful ❤️

[@marlonyahpamongcales2533]

my arms in leftdide has not move please tell mw the points to touch daily .

[@PostStrokeOrg]

I’m having a hard time understanding your comment. Can you clarify for me, please? 🙂

[@Devotional_Krishna]

​@@PostStrokeOrgthey are asking that their left side arm has no movement i think

[@Devotional_Krishna]

I'm post stroke 9 months(left side affected due to brain hemmorhage)but i don't have voluntary movement in my fingers yet suggest me some exercise for regaining finger movements.

[@Devotional_Krishna]

If these excercise gonna help me too?

[@usmanufg-comeuppro4343]

hi 👋 I saw your all videos on KZbin ( I have a Question) I'm stroke petiont, I'm suffering from last 4 year , is that possible I can recover myself

[@usmanufg-comeuppro4343]

Even I have foot drop and hand drop with much stiffness. I'm young 31 year old boy , I had did few wrong weighted exercises in first 2nd year so I think that's was my mistake? Please guide me 🥺

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Hi there! I’m so sorry to hear about your stroke but hope you’ve seen a little progress over the past 4 years. My philosophy on Stroke recovery based on both research and anecdotal evidence is that progress is still possible even years after a stroke. This doesn’t necessarily mean a 100% return to function but it can mean incremental (both large and small) improvements!

[@usmanufg-comeuppro4343]

@@PostStrokeOrg thank you for your reply, I like your clear way of teaching us , I'm thinking to make a video of stroke recovery I'm a patient and I will do your exercises and tell here in Pakistan in our language to people On TikTok too

[@mohammadshahnawaz1697]

What is chance of recovery after 1year of stroke and should we do

[@PostStrokeOrg]

@mohammadshahnawaz, Check out this video I made on recovery after a year: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hobJiGB5rrh7l9U You may find some of the comments on that video helpful, too.

[@stemhammond1568]

My elbow sticks out

[@catherinemackenzie8687]

These exercises are helping so very much ! Thank You …

[@PostStrokeOrg]

You're so welcome! I'm glad to hear it ❤️

[@mobilidade4269]

Excelente

[@mohammadshahnawaz1697]

Is recovery possible after year of stroke

[@PostStrokeOrg]

@mohammadshahnawaz, Yes! Stroke recovery can absolutely continue after one year! I actually made a video about this exact topic you may find helpful: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hobJiGB5rrh7l9U 😊

[@catherinemackenzie8687]

So very helpful ! Thank You

[@PostStrokeOrg]

@catherinemackenzie, So glad! You're very welcome 😊

[@christianebergeron7069]

Wow these are great. will do it as much as I can. Thank you Elyse

[@PostStrokeOrg]

@christianebergeron, Thanks so much for your kind words! Hope you're continuing to find them helpful

[@h.davidicwilliams9265]

Great video, what I need so bad to learn. Thanks

[@PostStrokeOrg]

@h.davidicwilliams, So glad you found it helpful!