Investing in your in recovery after shoulder surgery (or any surgical procedure) is essential. The more you put into your recovery, the more you will get out of it – the faster you’ll heal and the better off you’ll be. In this article, we are going to explain how to perform the thrower’s ten exercise, which can be used after some shoulder surgery procedures.
Thrower’s Ten Exercise
This thrower’s ten may be a little different from a thrower’s ten that you may have seen elsewhere. Some of the other thrower’s ten exercises may not be performed in a sport specific position. Some promote performing these exercises in a seated position or even with the muscles that are being strengthened in a supported position. The philosophy behind these exercises is to promote a functional, sport specific position.
- First, begin these exercises with both feet on the floor.
- Once they are no longer challenging, begin challenging your balance by performing them on your contralateral lower extremity secondary to the opposite lower extremity being so important in throwing for funneling your energy.
- Then you can progress to an appropriate balancing tool, such as a foam roll or pad, balance board, or any other preferred balance apparatus.
Shoulder Repair Surgery in Knoxville, TN
Shoulder pain can make even the most basic day-to-day activities unbearable. Thankfully, there are treatment options (both conservative and surgical) that can help reduce your shoulder pain and get you back to living your life pain-free. Dr. Holloway is a board-certified shoulder surgeon who has been performing shoulder surgery for decades in Knoxville and the surrounding area. Contact us today at one of our Knoxville orthopedic clinics to see if you are a good candidate for shoulder surgery.
