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Doorway Pectoral Stretch (Flexibility)
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Stand in an open doorway. Raise each arm up to the side, bent at 90-degree angles with palms forward. Rest your palms on the door frame. If this is too painful, try moving your elbows down slightly.
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Slowly step forward with one foot. Feel the stretch in your shoulders and chest. Stand upright and don’t lean forward.
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Hold for 15 seconds, or as instructed. Step back and relax.
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Repeat 3 times, or as instructed.
Online Medical Reviewer:
Stacey Wojcik MBA BSN RN
Online Medical Reviewer:
Thomas N Joseph MD
Online Medical Reviewer:
Trina Bellendir PT
Date Last Reviewed:
2/1/2022
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