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Shoulder blade squeezes

Part of Shoulder pain

Line drawing showing the exercise Shoulder blade squeezes
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How to do it

Sit or stand tall with your arms relaxed by your sides. Gently pull your shoulder blades back and down, as if tucking them into your back pockets. Do not shrug and do not arch your back. Hold, then relax. Keep breathing normally.

If an exercise hurts more than you expect, stop and contact your clinician.

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