Starting position: |
The patient lies on his back. Shoulder is in 90° flexion, elbow is in extension, palm is rotated towards the body (0° neutral position). |
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Line of movement: |
Directing arm down, next to the ear. |
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End position: |
180° flexion of shoulder (0° abduction, adduction), elbow remains extended, forearm is in neutral position. |
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Execution of Movement: |
Slow, continuous movement. |
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