Stretches to Fix a Frozen Shoulder After Stroke

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Up to 25% of stroke survivors will be diagnosed with a frozen shoulder in the first 6 months following a stroke and up to 75% will be diagnosed at some point in their recovery. This video will walk you through gentle stretches you can do at home to unfreeze a frozen shoulder after stroke!
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Time Stamps:
00:00 Intro
00:35 Stretch #1 Set #1: Neck Release
01:44 Stretch #2 Set #1: Pendulums
02:26 Stretch #3 Set #1: Shoulder Flexion
03:10 Stretch #4 Set #1: Umbrella
04:01 Stretch #5: Set #1: Cross-Body
04:41 Stretch #6: Set #1: Chest-Opener
05:23 Rest Break
05:52 Stretch #1 Set #2: Neck Release
06:38 Stretch #2 Set #2: Pendulums
07:26 Stretch #3 Set #2: Shoulder Flexion
08:10 Stretch #4 Set #2: Umbrella
08:54 Stretch #5: Set #2: Cross-Body
09:39 Stretch #6: Set #2: Chest-Opener
10:29 Outro
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Medical Disclaimer: All content on this channel is for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to serve as a substitute for medical advice or treatment from a physician or qualified healthcare provider. Talk to your doctor before starting a new exercise or therapy regimen.

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@RosaBrandDesigns 9 ай бұрын

These stretches are they first sign of relief I have had in 9 months. I do have frozen shoulder from the stroke and this was exactly what I needed. Thank you!!!! ❤❤❤

@PostStrokeOrg 9 ай бұрын

@RosaBrandDesigns I'm so glad to hear it! ❤️

@jennysantos8789 Күн бұрын

🙏🙏🙏 So grateful to u light n easy.

@mrstevek118 2 жыл бұрын

I thought I had a frozen shoulder.I went to the doctor who sent me to a physical therapist . That said it was calcium buildup from not moving it. He gave me a big hug with my arms across my chest, that broke the calcium, and I never had anymore pain and my shoulder was free to move. I now continue to move around stretch it daily

@PostStrokeOrg 2 жыл бұрын

@stevekierstead, Wow! I'm so glad you were able to get it corrected so quickly!

@mrstevek118 2 жыл бұрын

@@PostStrokeOrg ❤️ me too, cuz I was in a lot of pain

@johnspisak9729 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for another valuable lesson. All your videos have been a huge help in my stroke recovery.

@PostStrokeOrg 2 жыл бұрын

@johnspisak, Thank you for your kind comment. I'm so glad to hear it❤️

@Mooregirl Жыл бұрын

Wow. I had that. I went from not raising my arm to lifting weights months later💪🏽tfs

@Lindaheal 6 ай бұрын

Fabulous exercises. Definitely helpful with both pain and increased mobility, and very nicely explained and demonstrated.

@leopoldojacinto7614 Жыл бұрын

nice simple yet relaxing thank u :)

@salimalazrak8529 4 ай бұрын

Excellent explanation

@cancole11 Ай бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@aixinghan6021 2 жыл бұрын

I love this video so much. My shoulder is one of my problem. I will use this to strengthen my shoulder. Thank you Elyse for posting this.

@PostStrokeOrg 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! I hope you continue to find it helpful!❤️

@Jackie-yw9ws 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 2years since my stroke.

@ahmeddaanouni9268 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you,All your videos are help me

@PostStrokeOrg 2 жыл бұрын

@ahmeddaanouni, You are so welcome. I'm really glad to hear it ❤️

@catherinecarlson6164 9 ай бұрын

I can see that this will help me immensely. Thank you. It's 4.5 months after my initial stroke.

@PostStrokeOrg 9 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! If you feel comfortable sharing, how are you doing since your stroke?

@catherinecarlson6164 9 ай бұрын

@@PostStrokeOrg I'm not terrible. I have fears of another stroke, but my doctor says that hat on my current medicine I shouldn't worry about another one. im waiting for my hand to return to strength and motion and also waiting for a physical or occupational therapist. I do carry things🧈with my left hand but sometimes I can't because I'm using a cane. My right leg(affected side has gotten better but I'm dealing with osteoarthritis in the left side so it'll be a while before I'm able to comfortably take a long walk. I'm hoping to get a hip replacement in a year. It's important to get some of my life back. Thanks for asking.

@robertpotrykus8739 Жыл бұрын

I do shoulder rotations and shoulder stretches daily.

@PostStrokeOrg Жыл бұрын

Keep going, moving and stretching

@gelsonpadilla1948 Жыл бұрын

SUPERrrrrrrrrrr, THANKSsssssssssss

@PostStrokeOrg Жыл бұрын

So welcome!

@DixT1 6 ай бұрын

Five days ago my shoulder "froze" for the first time. I'm in my 6th month after the stroke. I was hurting intensely and thought of your exercises, so I looked for a "frozen shoulder." So glad I did! Last night was the first time I tried the exercises, and today I noticed a lot of my shoulder and upper arm pain was gone! Wow---I was amazed that I would see improvement so fast! So I came back this evening and went through the exercises again. How often should I do these each day---once or twice? I don't want to to hurt myself by "over doing it!" I am so very grateful for your videos!!!

@PostStrokeOrg 6 ай бұрын

I’m so glad to hear it was so helpful for you!! ❤️ because I’m not treating you, I recommend reaching out to your doctor or therapist for specific recommendations based on your situation!

@user-nm2nn2rm8v 7 ай бұрын

today my will to life enhanced. I got my errection back well not maximize state but surely it was enhance my spirit.

@nikkicicero7730 2 жыл бұрын

Would love if you gave wrist exercises for hurting wrists during stroke and also how to brush long hair or any hair tricks of the trade would be nice

@PostStrokeOrg 2 жыл бұрын

@nikkicicero, Thank you so much for the recommendations! Added to the list!

@sonia68ish Жыл бұрын

I am OT with NDT certification. This looks good except I never get pts to bring arms across or in front of chest as most of them have tight pecs.

@hiranarang9687 Жыл бұрын

Hello Mam can I ask you to send you your booklet on stroke recovery. I have heard your lectures on stroke recovery. You are good 😢one. Most of the people give up after short time. You are good one, don’t loose your hope and heart quickly. My left knee has become 11:03 painful Any exercise make it better. I want to donate some money how I do it. Thanks. !

@johnj1602 Ай бұрын

I had a 5mths paralysm for nerve damage. 1 yr of mobility now. For the last 1 mth I can't lift both my arms. Could it be because of that too?

@user-er4tr3rb3f 11 ай бұрын

My right hand/shoulder is very heavy after I had a stroke. What should I do dear Docter,please let me know 🙏

@user-mp6px4py4b Жыл бұрын

My father is sufferig from stroke since almost 1yr but couldnt get enough power in flexion of knee and hip joint that why he cant elevate leg duringwalking and he also feels pain in shoulder joint during abduction above level of shoulder so kindly about these two issues...

@minutofgroundhog 2 жыл бұрын

When I yawn my arm goes up involuntarily. No pain just a short circut somewhere.

@PostStrokeOrg 2 жыл бұрын

@kylemengel, Do you have spasticity or high muscle tone in your arm? I often see involuntarily movement, particularly elbow bending and fingers clenching with those who have spasticity when they yawn, sneeze, etc!

@minutofgroundhog 2 жыл бұрын

@@PostStrokeOrg My index finger tends to curl up but I can extend it. I don't have a lot of tone in my arm but I have to make a conscious effort to keep it down. I can put 5 pounds over my head on a good day.

@sajanninan4520 2 жыл бұрын

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@debeshsahoo359 6 ай бұрын

My father had a massive right fronto temporal haemorrhage. It's been 6 months . He is recovering slowly. But he has stiffness on right shoulder joint and while doing physiotherapy he is feeling a lot of pain . How to deal with pain and decrease this stiffness simultaneously?

@MsDivaSassy 2 жыл бұрын

If the affected arm doesn't move on its own for the pendulums, do we use our unaffected hand to help move it?

@PostStrokeOrg 2 жыл бұрын

@carrieA, great question! See if you can use the momentum of your body to help move your arm. If that doesn't work, you can use your unaffected hand to help move it 😊

@eleanorensign5586 7 ай бұрын

What can I do in thethaw8ng stage exerç8seß

@maheshd7466 Ай бұрын

Hi Elyse, I have been following your videos, I have been effected towards my left side, since from 8 months and i have little tightness towards shoulder, arm and fingures, i couldn't able to move my fingers voluntary,I am planning to have a Botex ,what do you suggest and will there be any improvement after having botex Injection please give your valuable inputs Thanks in advance, Mahesh

@terikamo9231 Жыл бұрын

Can I have online class?

@margretballantine5378 4 ай бұрын

What other exercises are for the inner shoulder, just above the breast where your bra strap passes still feels numb.

@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power 2 жыл бұрын

Good morning, Precious. Curious.... my dad was recently admitted to a nursing facility ( just for a little extra level of care he couldn't receive in indie living ), and one of the therapists recommended botox for his arm that has been curled for years. I'm curious to know your thoughts, if you're familiar with the treatment, if you've heard of it working on advanced cases, or not working, etc.

@PostStrokeOrg 2 жыл бұрын

@kodiakwild, really good question. I'm definitely familiar with Botox and have seen it work pretty well for a lot of people. It's definitely not a long-term fix. Injections are typically done every 3-4 months to maintain the effects. Does your dad have a neurologist or physician that sees him at the facility? That would be the best place to start a conversation. ❤️ I hope you both are doing well.

@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power 2 жыл бұрын

@@PostStrokeOrg Oh, he has a primary and an oncologist....dad's got all kinds of doctors 😂 And we've already consulted with the doctor who would administer the injections. I was just wondering what your take was. As always I appreciate you, dear 💖

@nancykress346 Жыл бұрын

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@elmermuceros5893 2 жыл бұрын

Merci

@PostStrokeOrg 2 жыл бұрын

De rien❤️

@catherinemackenzie8687 2 жыл бұрын

My shoulder on my opposite arm of stroke side is the one so very much hurting ! Should I continue trying this exercise?

@PostStrokeOrg 2 жыл бұрын

@catherinemackenzie, Unfortunately, I can't answer that because I don't the specifics and I'm not treating you. I'd recommend you reach out to your doctor to get some clarification. As a general rule, I recommend not pushing through pain.❤️

@eleanorensign5586 7 ай бұрын

My stroke was in twen5y 5wenty

@boyenyenyentv2085 2 жыл бұрын

My finger move a little am I stroke 1 year ago in a right side,pls.help me,thanks and GOD bless you

@PostStrokeOrg 2 жыл бұрын

@boyenyenyentv, Thank you for your comment. I have lots of other videos on my channel that cover arm and hand exercises that you may find helpful!

@22freakyfrank Жыл бұрын

I need exercises for my hand because I can't open it

@PostStrokeOrg Жыл бұрын

You may find my videos on mirror therapy and mental practice helpful. They can be used even if you don't have any movement at all! Mirror therapy explanation: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mZ6Si9ti1afDeas.html Mirror therapy workout: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a-CnprFlmd21koU.html Mental practice: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ma1ni7V21cuRk4U.html

@prestigemaids7703 2 жыл бұрын

I use my cane

@kennypeterson5659 Жыл бұрын

Cant lift my right just like you

@nikkicicero7730 2 жыл бұрын

When you’re single and alone how to babes safely. I live alone on the US VI and Basically I have to fend for myself they will give me a shower seat but if there’s any tricks or things I should be made aware of that would greatly be appreciated I really don’t want to fall and hurt myself

@PostStrokeOrg 2 жыл бұрын

@nikkicicero, Thank you so much for this recommendation. I just added it to my list!