Exercise at Home

Exercise and staying active are an important part of rehabilitation for chronic disease. Below are some exercises you can do at home, but be sure to discuss any plans to begin exercising with your doctor.

Posture Exercises

Better poster means better breathing and movement.  

Axial Extension

Shoulder Blade Squeeze

Strength Exercises

Strength exercises can improve your breathing, strength and ability to move.

Dowel Exercise

Modified Knee Bends

Shoulder Horizontal Abduction

Step Ups

This information has been approved by Kimberly Sack, MS, PT (May 2012).