10/22/2026
Common exercises recommended after breast surgery. Start only when your surgeon or care team says it's OK:
Shoulder blade squeeze: Sit tall, gently squeeze your shoulder blades together, hold 5 seconds
Wall climb: Face a wall and walk your fingers up as high as comfortable, hold 5 seconds, walk back down
Wand lift: Hold a broomstick or cane with both hands and slowly raise it overhead as far as comfortable
Elbow winging: Lying on your back with hands behind your head, let your elbows open toward the floor
Move slowly until you feel a gentle stretch (not pain), and hold for a count of 5. Repeat each 5–7 times, twice a day, or as your care team directs.
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