At Entegra Health Parkville, common Remedial Massage and Myotherapy complaints involving shoulder conditions include: occupational postural tension and pain (e.g. desk based neck and shoulder tension), frozen shoulder, tendonitis and bursitis. Many people also begin new exercise regimes suddenly, which can increase weight loadings too quickly and cause unnecessary strain and injuries to surrounding shoulder muscles.

Strengthening for Stabilisation and Support | Bicep and Tricep Exercise

Strengthening the Bicep and Tricep muscles reduces potential for soft tissue injuries, supports stabilisation of the scapula/shoulder and overall posture. Examples of useful strengthening exercises include resistance band/cables such as theraband exercises.

Kneeling Resistance Band Bicep Curl | Bicep and Tricep Exercise

1. Kneel on the floor, facing a resistance band attached on one end to a secure point (such as a table or couch leg), with your knees wide for balance.

2. Hold the other end in your right hand, while resting your left arm by your thigh.

3. You may need to lean forward slightly to achieve this starting position. Keep your core engaged and your back straight.

4. Start with your elbow at a 90-degree angle, with the resistance band taut. If the band is not taut enough, take a step back to increase the tension loading.

5. Complete a bicep curl by pulling your right hand toward your right shoulder. Keep your shoulder relaxed and focus on engaging your bicep to pull your hand toward you.

6. Slowly return your hand back down to the starting position.

7. Complete 10-12 reps, and repeat on the other side.

Floor Based Resistance Band Tricep Kickback

1. Begin facing a theraband/cable on your knees, with one end of the band attached to a secure point. Hold the other end of the band taut in one hand.

2. Drop onto all fours, with one hand balancing your body on the floor. Bring the hand holding the cable straight out behind you. Keep your core engaged and your back straight.

3. Bend your elbow holding the cable to 90 degrees, thumb pointing forwards and keeping your arm close to your side.

4. Complete a triceps kickback by extending your arm from the elbow only, and focus on keeping the rest of your arm still while you bring your arm and cable out behind you.

5. Re-bend your elbow to return to the starting position.

6. If the exercise is too easy, take a step backwards to increase the resistance.

7. Complete 10-12 reps, and repeat on the other side.

Note: If you experience pain or discomfort at any point, stop immediately, and see a GP.

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