What is pulley in physiotherapy?

These pulleys hang over the door and are used to provide gentle, passive ROM to your shoulder. Shoulder pulleys are used in many physical therapy clinics, and you may wish to purchase your own shoulder pulleys so you can perform shoulder ROM exercises at home.

What does a shoulder pulley do?

These pulleys can help you stretch your shoulder in various directions to improve mobility—and ultimately the function—of your shoulder. The shoulder pulley is an apparatus that’s hooked over the top of a door, with a small pulley system near the top, and a rope with handles that hangs down from the pulley.

What is the purpose of pendulum exercises?

Stretching exercises for your shoulder, such as the pendulum exercise, can improve flexibility, increase range of motion, and reduce pain. Your healthcare provider or physical therapist has advised this exercise to help speed your healing.

Where do you see the use of pulleys?

Examples of Pulley Simple Machines

Wells. Wells are one of the oldest applications that make use of a pulley.
Elevators. One of the most common applications of a pulley mechanism in the engineering domain lies in the construction of elevators.
Exercise Equipment.
Theatre Curtains.
Construction Equipment.
Flagpoles.
Blinds.

Are pulley exercises effective?

Conclusion: A rotator cuff repair rehabilitation program that uses pulleys does not result in inferior outcomes, as determined by patient-determined outcome scores, measurements of scapular substitution, range of motion, and scaption strength.

What is pendulum therapy?

Pendulum helps in promoting spiritual and physical healing by locating any blocks in a person’s chi (energy). It is a simple tool which helps in balancing, healing and clearing our mind and body. They help us seek answers to certain questions by picking on subtle vibrations.