L18: LAWNMOWER Teaching points (2 mins)

Lesson instructions:
Read the exercise instructions
Watch the video
Read key teaching phrases and contraindications
Complete the MULTIPLE-CHOICE quiz

Additional instructional video coming soon!

Key teaching phrases

• “It is important to perform this exercise slowly as this provides the most benefit.”

Contraindications

• Early recovery phase of post rotator cuff surgery*45
• Recent shoulder dislocation/subluxation
• Shoulder pain during the exercise

*Due to the large ranges of motion required this exercise should only be prescribed when anatomic healing and adequate range of motion have been achieved. 11