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Left shoulder impingement/cervical strain. what are some exercises to aid this?what exercises are ok for other body parts? ortho said no overhead move

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Dr. Andrew Lipton
Dr. Andrew Liptonanswered
Holistic Medicine 32 years experience
Shoulder impingment: Impingement is typically aggravated by overhead lifting, so exercises should consist of range of motion and strengthening in the motions that are not aggravated by condition. Band work for internal and external rotation is a good start. Consult a pt.
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