To strengthen the shoulder muscles as well as those which straighten the elbow
a. Lying on your back, grasp one end of an elasticized band* in each hand with enough tension to provide light resistance to the exercise, but without causing undue strain.
b. To start, place both hands alongside the unaffected hip, keeping your elbows as straight as possible.
c. Move your affected arm upward in a diagonal direction, reaching out to the side, above your head, keeping your elbow straight**. Your unaffected arm should remain at your side throughout the exercise.
d. During the exercise, stretch the band so that it provides resistance.