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pnf d 1 flexion - beginner Upper Body exercise
  • Upper Body
  • beginner

pnf d 1 flexion

diagonal arm elevation across body with rotation, following d1 flexion pattern

Starting position
standing
Joints
shoulder, elbow
Muscles
deltoid, rotator cuff, pectoralis major, biceps
Goal
postural correction, coordination, mobility
Type
isotonic concentric, active, isotonic eccentric

How it is done

Stand with arms by the side, elbow straight and thumb facing away from the body. Elevate the arm diagonally overhead to the opposite side and rotate such that thumb pointing towards the floor. Lower the arm diagonally by straighten the elbow. Repeat.

Nothing here is a prescription. Your physiotherapist decides which of these are yours, and when.

The plan starts with an assessment.