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7 best deltoid stretches for shoulder pain relief

Discover the best deltoid stretches to alleviate pain, increase blood flow, break up stiffness, and improve your shoulder mobility.

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Published Date: Feb 25, 2025
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1. Seated cross-arm stretch

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2. Sleeper stretch

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3. Standing sleeper stretch

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4. Standing chest stretch

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5. Doorway stretch

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6. Hand behind back stretch

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7. Crab press

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Table of Contents
7 deltoid stretches to soothe shoulder pain 
1. Seated cross-arm stretch
2. Sleeper stretch
3. Standing sleeper stretch
4. Standing chest stretch
5. Doorway stretch
6. Hand behind back stretch
7. Crab press
Personalizing your deltoid exercises 
Benefits of deltoid stretches
How Hinge Health can help you
References 

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