Travasia is 4 weeks post-supraspinatus repair. She reports mild soreness but no significant pain. Examination reveals limited passive shoulder elevation beyond 90° due to stiffness and marked restriction in active range of motion. Which intervention is MOST appropriate at this stage?
A) Resisted external rotation with a resistance band 
B) Active-assisted range of motion for shoulder flexion 
C) Pendulum exercises for shoulder mobility
D) Isometric strengthening of the supraspinatus
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Travasia is 4 weeks post-supraspinatus repair. She reports mild soreness but no significant pain. Examination reveals limited passive shoulder elevation beyond 90° due to stiffness and marked restriction in active range of motion. Which intervention is MOST appropriate at this stage? A) Resisted external rotation with a resistance band B) Active-assisted range of motion for shoulder flexion C) Pendulum exercises for shoulder mobility D) Isometric strengthening of the supraspinatus TEXT OUR TEAM: (727) 732-4573

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