What is the Codman exercise?
What is the Codman exercise?
The original Codman/pendulum exercise was described as a small movement of the upper extremity while bent over to patient comfort. The initiation of arm movement in this exercise is to be created by the body performing rocking or swaying motions, allowing the effected shoulder to hang and move passively.
When can I start exercising after pendulum surgery?
PENDULUM EXERCISES: To prevent shoulder stiffness and scar tissue formation, start pendulum exercises no later than the morning after surgery. Remove sling keeping the upper arm at your side, fully straighten and bend elbow 5 times.
What is the purpose of pendulum exercises?
One passive shoulder exercise often prescribed during shoulder rehabilitation is called the pendulum or Codman exercise, developed by Edina Codman. It’s used to facilitate passive range of motion of the joint, and doesn’t require a muscle contraction.
What exercises are good for shoulder impingement?
Exercises for Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Scapula Squeeze. Stand with arms at your side and try to squeeze your shoulder blades together.
- Scapula Push and Pull.
- Chest Stretch.
- Front Shoulder Stretch.
- Back Shoulder Stretch.
- Lying External Rotation.
- Internal Rotation with Resistance Band.
How often should you do shoulder rehab exercises?
After your recovery, these exercises can be continued as a maintenance program for lifelong protection and health of your shoulders. Performing the exercises two to three days a week will maintain strength and range of motion in your shoulders.
Why is my shoulder so stiff after surgery?
The other major reason patients have pain after rotator cuff surgery is due to stiffness of that shoulder. It is common after rotator cuff surgery to have some stiffness due to the fact that the operation caused the arm to be held without motion for some time.
How long before I can raise my arm after shoulder surgery?
You should not do any reaching, lifting, pushing, or pulling with your shoulder during the first six weeks after surgery. You should not reach behind your back with the operative arm. You may remove your arm from the sling to bend and straighten your elbow and to move your fingers several times a day.
How do you fix a shoulder impingement fast?
To do this simple stretch:
- Stand straight and lift the affected arm straight out in front of the body, below shoulder height.
- Using the opposite arm, gently pull the affected arm across the body.
- Hold the arm here for 5–10 seconds, then relax back to the starting position.
- Repeat 5 times.
