What is shoulder external rotation (isometric)?

Shoulder External Rotation (Isometric)

Isometric shoulder external rotation

Picture of how to do isometric shoulder external rotation
  1. Stand with your affected arm close to a wall.
  2. Bend your arm up so your elbow is at a 90 degree angle (like the letter "L"), and turn your palm as if you are about to shake someone's hand.
  3. Hold your forearm and elbow close to the wall. Press the back of your hand into the wall with moderate pressure.
  4. Hold for a count of 6.
  5. Repeat 8 to 12 times.

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