By the end of these videos, you will understand:
Which exercises are important to do after surgery
How to do the following exercises:
1. Making a fist (ball squeezes)
2. Shoulder shrugs
3. Head turning and head tilting
4. Shoulder circles
5. External arm rotation
6. Pendulum
These are gentle and safe exercises that you can do on the first day after your surgery. For more information read the pamphlet 'Functional Rehab Breast Cancer Surgery' click here:
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