AzOPT’s physical therapists are highly-educated, licensed health care professionals who help our patients reduce pain, improve mobility and restore function. When health problems make it hard to move around and do everyday tasks, we help you move better and relieve pain. Our goal is to prevent expensive surgery and reduce the need for long-term use of prescription medications and their side effects. We can also help improve or restore your physical function and your fitness level.
Week 4: Stretching Shoulders/Deltoid by Trent Brooke, DPT AZOPT Goodyear Physical Therapist Type of stretch: Static Start by standing tall with your back and neck straight. Bring your arm across your body by grabbing your elbow and pulling to the opposite side. Hold for 20-30 seconds when you feel a mild/moderate stretch in the shoulder.…
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Week 3: Stretching the Wrists and Forearms By Trent Brooke, DPT AZOPT Goodyear Physical Therapist Type of stretch: Static A. Wrist Extensor stretch: Extend your elbow in front of you with your palm facing the floor. Using your opposite hand, gently bend your wrist down until you feel a mild/moderate stretch in the forearm. Hold…
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Week 2: Chest Stretch (Doorway Stretch) By Trent Brooke, DPT AZOPT Goodyear Physical Therapist Type of stretch: Static Standing in a doorway, place your forearms along the frame with your hands facing up. Elbows should be at shoulder level with a 90 degree bend. Lunge one leg through the doorway and lean your weight forward until…
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Week 1: Stretching the Upper Trapezius By Trent Brooke, DPT AZOPT Goodyear Physical Therapist Type of stretch: Static Place your left hand over the top of the right side of your head. Gently pull your head toward to the left shoulder. Keep your right arm placed comfortably behind your back. Hold this stretch for 20-30…
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