Starting position: |
The patient lies on his back. Shoulder is flexed and in small abduction, elbow is flexed, forearm is in 0° neutral position (patient touches the crown of head with fingers). |
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Line of movement: |
Extension of elbow. |
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End position: |
Shoulder is extended, elbow is extended, forearm is in 0° neutral position. |
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Execution of Movement: |
Slow, continuous movement. |
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