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Elbow circles (after mastectomy)

  1. Sit or stand with your feet slightly apart.
  2. Put your right hand on your right shoulder, and your left hand on your left shoulder. Your elbows should be at shoulder level and pointing out.
  3. Make about 8 circles with your elbows. Start with a small circle and make each circle a little bigger.
  4. Change direction and repeat your circles.
  5. Repeat 2 to 4 times.

Current as of: May 1, 2026

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