Exercise video 2 - Elbow and shoulder extensors
Question 2 of the Spasticity App Test
Here as a reminder: The second video of the Spasticity App, which you used to decide whether you answered the question with green, yellow or red.
Bent arm during everyday movements: Does your paralyzed arm move when you cough, yawn or put on your socks?
Perform the exercises in this order:
❶ Stretching exercise
❷ Activation exercise
❶ Stretching exercise for elbows and shoulder extensors
This stretching exercise can be performed standing in front of a wall or sitting at a table. Place your bent elbow as high as possible against the wall, a backrest, or on a stack of books. You are performing the stretch correctly if you feel a slight pull and no pain around the posterior axillary fold or on the back of the upper arm.
➤ Remain in this stretching position for at least 3 minutes before performing the activation exercise.
❷ Activation exercise for elbows and shoulder extensors
Stretching your shoulders forward is essential, for example, when picking up a glass from a shelf. This exercise is best done standing or sitting with your body facing a wall. With your arm outstretched, try to reach up as far as you can and mark the highest point. Start the movement with your arm at your hip, then stretch your hand up to the target mark as quickly as you can and bring it back to the starting position. Repeat this movement as often and as quickly as possible within 20 seconds, keeping your elbow extended during the exercise.
➤ To repeat the activation exercise, return to the stretching position and hold it again for at least 3 minutes. You can perform the entire stretch-activation exercise block several times a day.
