Just what I need to hear! I’m 72 years old with very similar issues and pretty significant forward head position and rounded shoulders. Can’t wait to try this!! 😊
I just recently acquired the active traction unit and look forward to adding this movement while wearing it. I am also interested in other movements to add while wearing. Thanks, Yoni!
I had a right reverse shoulder replacement in June 2022. Therefore I can no longer move my arms behind my back; therefore no shoulder rolls. I can only lift the theraband to over my head, but no further back. Any recommendations for improving my posture?
Good question, Jennifer. Obviously, there's a hard limit to how far you can push an artificial joint. In your case, I would discard the shoulder roll portion of this movement and focus on the strategies outlined in this video: th-cam.com/video/_AFMc8zwdYw/w-d-xo.html
What would be the recommended maximum length of time you can wear the active traction unit? I understand that you are supposed to start small and then to slowly work up the length of time.
Good question, Donna. The point of Active Traction is to restore the normal curve to the spine and this entails a slow progression over time - giving the body ample time to adapt to the stimulus. This will happen with less time in some people than in others - It really depends on the individual and the degree of postural deterioration.
I don't have the active traction unit yet but doing the over head shoulder rolls I can only get a little past my head. I've had both humorous bones broken. Will I get range of motion if I keep doing everyday? I plan to get the traction unit soon. Thanks!
Good question, Deb. With consistency, most people will see a significant improvement in the range of motion within 3-4 weeks. One other thing that often helps people is to use a wider grip on the band.
Good question. Larry. Not really, what we're aiming for is slightly beyond neutral - to account for the added weight. However, for people with postural dysfunction, going into to a neutral position will often feel like their head is going backwards.
Any way to do a make it yourself active traction? I do not have the money to buy one. Also, I don't think I can both lift my arms and do backwards rotations. I have a minimally frozen shoulder. I do backwards arm rotations/swings , but to them from the shoulder level, which seems to be all I can do. Also have trouble with things in high cupboards.
Hi Elizabeth. While I'm a big fan of DIY and minimal use of equipment is a common theme across all my programs, trying to make your own Active Traction Unit is not something I recommend. The good news is that there are many exercises that can be done with little or no equipment to help increase shoulder mobility. Here's a good place to start: th-cam.com/video/oLaMXPqrb-U/w-d-xo.html
Just what I need to hear! I’m 72 years old with very similar issues and pretty significant forward head position and rounded shoulders. Can’t wait to try this!! 😊
That's awesome, Chris! Please leave a comment and let me know how it goes.
Definitely going to try this. I've been using the active traction unit now for several months. I'm up to 20 minutes. Thank you
That's awesome, Jim! Congrats - on hitting the 20-minute milestone!
I just recently acquired the active traction unit and look forward to adding this movement while wearing it. I am also interested in other movements to add while wearing. Thanks, Yoni!
Great suggestion, Lynn - Thank you!
I had a right reverse shoulder replacement in June 2022. Therefore I can no longer move my arms behind my back; therefore no shoulder rolls. I can only lift the theraband to over my head, but no further back. Any recommendations for improving my posture?
Good question, Jennifer. Obviously, there's a hard limit to how far you can push an artificial joint. In your case, I would discard the shoulder roll portion of this movement and focus on the strategies outlined in this video: th-cam.com/video/_AFMc8zwdYw/w-d-xo.html
What would be the recommended maximum length of time you can wear the active traction unit? I understand that you are supposed to start small and then to slowly work up the length of time.
Good question, Donna. The point of Active Traction is to restore the normal curve to the spine and this entails a slow progression over time - giving the body ample time to adapt to the stimulus. This will happen with less time in some people than in others - It really depends on the individual and the degree of postural deterioration.
I don't have the active traction unit yet but doing the over head shoulder rolls I can only get a little past my head. I've had both humorous bones broken. Will I get range of motion if I keep doing everyday? I plan to get the traction unit soon. Thanks!
Good question, Deb. With consistency, most people will see a significant improvement in the range of motion within 3-4 weeks. One other thing that often helps people is to use a wider grip on the band.
Thanks again.
Is the head supposed to be tilted backward when wearing the active traction unit?
Good question. Larry. Not really, what we're aiming for is slightly beyond neutral - to account for the added weight. However, for people with postural dysfunction, going into to a neutral position will often feel like their head is going backwards.
Any way to do a make it yourself active traction? I do not have the money to buy one. Also, I don't think I can both lift my arms and do backwards rotations. I have a minimally frozen shoulder. I do backwards arm rotations/swings , but to them from the shoulder level, which seems to be all I can do. Also have trouble with things in high cupboards.
Hi Elizabeth. While I'm a big fan of DIY and minimal use of equipment is a common theme across all my programs, trying to make your own Active Traction Unit is not something I recommend. The good news is that there are many exercises that can be done with little or no equipment to help increase shoulder mobility. Here's a good place to start: th-cam.com/video/oLaMXPqrb-U/w-d-xo.html
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Thanks Cynthia!