Question - Subacromial Decompression (T-bar vs. Pulleys)

by Thelma
(England)

Please can you tell me if the T bar exercises shown are equivalent to a pulley exercise suitable after having open surgery for a subacromial decompression.

I look forward to your response/advice.

Kind regards

Thelma

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Aug 16, 2008
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They are similiar...
by: Bart - SII

Pulley exercises and T-bar exercises are similiar, however, pulley exercises, in my opinion are not as effective, and to not allow the shoulder to move in a natural position. I actually have worked with physicians who prohibited pulley exercises because they felt strongly against using them.

With an open subacromial decompression though, they probably are appropriate because they are one way that you can produce completely passive motion in the shoulder. This is important after an open procedure because you need to limit the use of the muscles that were cut through in order to perform the surgery.

I would follow your physicians instructions to the "T" and if you are interested in alternative exercises, make sure to clear it with them before you start.

Hope this helps - Bart