Windshield wipers on foam roll 2 exercise : How to do, Benefits, Side Effects, Uses, Precautions

( Windshield wipers on foam roll 2 )

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Name of exercise  AROM shld ER/IR supine w/foam roll
Other names of exercise Windshield wipers on foam roll 2
Description of exercise Windshield wipers on foam roll is an exercise that targets the core and upper body muscles. It involves lying on a foam roll with the arms outstretched and legs raised, and then rotating the legs from side to side like a windshield wiper. This exercise challenges the stability of the core and engages the obliques, hip flexors, and lower back muscles. The foam roll adds an element of instability, making the exercise more challenging and requiring greater control and balance. It is a great exercise for improving core strength, stability, and flexibility, and can help prevent injuries in daily activities and sports.
Do each time for how long Do this for 10 times, or do as many times instructed by your doctor.
Do daily for how many time Do daily two times, or do as per instructed by your doctor.
Do for how many days Do for two to three weeks, or do upto days told by your doctor.
How to do exercise
  • Lie on back on roll, with arms at sides.
  • Bend elbows to 90 degrees.
  • Move hands in across trunk.
  • Move hands outward.
  • Repeat.

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    Body Part Shoulder
    Type of Muscles Deltoid
    Category of Exercise __
    Type of Exercise AROM
    Body Position Supine
    Difficulty Level Low
    Direction of Exercise Rotation
    Type of Action Flexion, Circumduction, Extension

    Benefits of exercise

    According to scientific research, this exercise helps in the body per below(ME/1)

  • Increased muscle activation
  • Improved range of motion
  • Enhanced core stability
  • Better body awareness
  • Increased balance and coordination
  • Improved posture
  • Reduced risk of injury
  • Increased blood flow and circulation
  • Improved flexibility
  • Better overall physical performance

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    1 Benefits of exercise
    2 When to avoid this exercise
    3 Precautions
    4 Helpful in Diseases

    When to avoid this exercise

  • It is best to avoid using windshield wipers on a foam roll exercise if you have any pre-existing back or neck injuries, as this movement can put strain on those areas. Additionally, if you experience any pain or discomfort while performing this exercise, it is important to stop and consult with a medical professional. It is also not recommended for individuals who are pregnant or have recently given birth, as the abdominal muscles may still be recovering. Lastly, if you are new to foam rolling or have limited core strength, it may be best to avoid this exercise until you have built up enough strength and stability to perform it safely.

    • Precautions

    As per several scientific studies, some precautions need to be taken while doing this exercise such as(ME/2)

  • Keep elbows next to sides.

    • Helpful in Diseases

  • Arthritis
  • Osteoporosis
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Chronic fatigue syndrome
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Lupus
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Bursitis
  • Tendinitis
  • Tennis elbow
  • Frozen shoulder
  • Rotator cuff injuries
  • Whiplash
  • Scoliosis
  • Kyphosis
  • Lordosis
  • Herniated disc
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Sciatica
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Achilles tendinitis
  • Shin splints
  • IT band syndrome
  • Runner’s knee
  • Patellofemoral pain syndrome
  • Osgood-Schlatter disease
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Gout
  • Ankylosing spondylitis
  • Psoriatic arthritis
  • Reactive arthritis
  • Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
  • Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
  • Marfan syndrome
  • Osteogenesis imperfecta
  • Muscular dystrophy
  • Myasthenia gravis
  • Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
  • Polymyalgia rheumatica
  • Giant cell arteritis
  • Systemic lupus erythematosus
  • Sjogren’s syndrome
  • Raynaud’s disease
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Chronic fatigue syndrome
  • Lyme disease
  • Chronic pain conditions
  • Post-surgical rehabilitation

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