college soccer player suffered a second-degree shoulder separation (acromioclavicular [A-C] sprain) two days ago. He currently l
acks full shoulder range of motion, has difficulty reaching behind his head or back, and has pain with any upper extremity activity above the level of his shoulders. The athletic trainer has asked you to design a program to maintain the player’s current muscle strength and aerobic capacity, but she has restricted him from performing resistance exercises that place excessive stress on the weakened area. In what phase of rehabilitation is this athlete’s shoulder? What exercises are contraindicated? What modes of exercise are indicated during this phase of recovery and are appropriate for this athlete? Provide a brief rationale for each chosen exercise mode
