Arom
Internal and external rotation mobility (AROM)
Active rotation control.
Complete
Why it is used in rehab
Rotation is a primary job of the cuff.
Starting position
Elbow bent 90° at your side, thumb up.
Step-by-step
- Keeping the elbow close to the body, rotate the hand outward, then inward across the stomach.
Movement mechanics: Rotation about the long axis of the upper arm.
📖 Rehab Science instructions paraphrased from the book’s exercise description
Coaching notes
Common mistakes
- Elbow drifting away from the side
Easier variation
- Smaller range
Advanced variation
- Progress to banded rotation
ℹ Additional explanation
Where it appears in Rehab Science
| Protocol | Phase | Group | Prescription | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shoulder Pain | 2 | Mobility Exercises | Do 3 sets of 10–15 reps · Active range of motion (AROM)—move as far as you can with no more than mild pain · Pause at end range for 2–3 seconds | 382 |
| Shoulder Instability | 1 | Mobility Exercises | Do 3 sets of 10–15 reps · Active range of motion (AROM)—move as far as you can without pain · Pause at end range for 2–3 seconds | 407 |
Source: Rehab Science · Ch 16 · PDF pp. 382–407show sources ▾
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