Side glides

Physiotherapy

To view video demonstrations of the below exercises please click side glide exercises.

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Standing with wall to your left or right — Fig A

Stand with your side about 12 inches away from a wall (Fig A). The wall should be on your left, or right side (Your physiotherapist will advise you)

Upper arm is placed against a wall — Fig B

Place your upper arm against the wall (Fig B).

The shoulder and the elbow should remain touching the wall throughout the movement.

Repeat as directed by your physiotherapist

Patient experience

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This service is based at The James Cook University Hospital but also covers the Friarage Hospital in Northallerton, our community hospitals and community health services.

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