Improve Mobility with These Exercises

Infographic to help you improve mobility provided by Sonoma Home Health.

This illustrated list of physical therapy exercises may be able to help improve range of motion for seniors and those who are recovering from an illness or injury. Note: Please do not attempt these before consulting with your primary care physician.

STANDING QUADRICEPS STRETCH – FOR HIP AND KNEE RANGE OF MOTION

PELVIC TILT – STRETCHES LOWER BACK AND HIPS; IMPROVES POSTURE

NECK SIDE – HELPES WITH EVERYDAY MOTION IN NECK AND UPPER BACK

KNEE TO CHEST – FOR LOWER BACK FLEXIBILITY

SHOULDER ROLLS – IMPROVE RANGE OF MOTION IN SHOULDER

OVERHEAD RAISE – STRENGTHENS ARMS