The following exercises can be expected during rehab but patient specific exercises will be given by the physiotherapist. This is specific exercises that will help you to gain range of motion and strengthen the shoulder.
This is an abduction exercise. You can also stand while doing this exercise. This is to regain movement in the shoulder. This exercise can be done with your stick as well. You will just do assisted movement and push the shoulder up with your other (non-operate) arm. Never force the shoulder and if there is pain – always stop.
Pendulum swings is one of the most basic exercises you will do after a surgery. This is to gain movement in the shoulder. You will stand and swing the arm using the arms weight and not use your muscles to make circles and to swing it forwards and backwards. Never force the shoulder and if there is pain – always stop.