Bleeds in the upper limbs (arms)
Bending and straightening (flexing and extending) as well as rotating movements (pronation and supination) are to be maintained or improved.
Another aspect closely connected to exercising, is the development of good veins in order to facilitate infusion procedure. This can be achieved by squeezing a soft ball or similar object.
1. Free elevation of the arm
2. Elevation against gravity
3. Shoulder and elbow extension with resistance (ball or weights)
4. Shoulder and elbow extension with resistance rubber band / tubing
5. Wrists, elbow and shoulder with body weight as resistance
1. Free elbow flexion against gravity
2. Free elbow extension against gravity
3. Elbow flexion with resistance (weights)
4. Elbow extension with resistance (weights)
1. Free supination (turning palm up) and pronation (turning palm down)
2. Pronation and supination using a ruler or a stick as leverage
3. Stretching of muscle that bend the wrist and fingers
