This includes rest (take a little break from upper-body work), ice (20 minutes 3-4 times daily), and some sort of anti-inflammatory (ibuprofen is my go-to; always take it according to the recommendations on the label). Some gentle stretching would also be indicated in your case; see numbers 1-3 on the printable exercise program below.
Not to fear; it just makes the process a little longer and a little more TLC is required on your part… but it’s not impossible! In addition to those things mentioned above, we’re going to start with some of the resisted exercises listed below.
The muscle/tendon is going to heal with appropriate stress and increased blood flow which comes from activation of these areas. We’re going to do some GENTLE strengthening as indicated in exercises 4-7 below. It’s very important that these resisted exercises are pain-free, otherwise you could just be doing more damage than good. I refer to these four exercises as my “4-way shoulder” exercises and they’re money for shoulder / cuff strengthening.
Most of my patients will report significant relief from these within the first week after we start doing them. I personally have found them so helpful that #5 and #7 (or #8) are my warm-up exercises for every day that I work my upper body.
Here it is! See below for your FREE downloadable exercise program to guide you through appropriate stretching and rotator cuff strengthening to help you “Feel Better Now” (as always, I generated this exercise sheet using the website www.HEP2go.com. These guys totally rock and are the leader in home exercise program software for physical therapists):
You don’t have to live with shoulder pain. With the appropriate exercises you can create enough space in your shoulder and generate enough strength in your rotator cuff for your body to heal stronger and with less pain.
Do you have any questions about the “Feel Better Now” series or Tone-and-Tighten.com? I love to hear from my readers! Comment below or email me at ToneandTigthenFitness@gmail.com
Make it happen,
Jared
Disclaimer: The information presented in the “Feel Better Now” series is designed to be used for informational purposes only. The diagnoses and treatment plans outlined are extremely generalized and may or may not be the recommended interventions for your specific problem. If you are experiencing pain, you are encouraged to consult a healthcare provider to determine the best treatment plan that will be in your individual best interest. Tone and Tighten claims exemption from accident, injury, or perpetuation of any injury incurred while performing exercises found on this website. The user assumes all risk… and reward!!
By Jared Beckstrand
Alsabri says
Thanks for this description
Jared says
You bet, Alsabri! Hope it helps!