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SubacuteOver-Door Shoulder Pulley Kit
Gentle shoulder range-of-motion using a door-mounted pulley and handles.
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4.0(308 reviews)
Est. $15–$40
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Best for
- Left-side weakness (hemiparesis)
- Right-side weakness (hemiparesis)
- One-handed use when grip is limited
- Rebuilding arm and hand function
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Why It Helps
- After strokeCommon home tool for hemiparesis when cleared by PT — uses gravity assist.
- Left-side weakness (hemiparesis)
- Right-side weakness (hemiparesis)
- One-handed use when grip is limited
Key Features
- Secure door anchor rated for your weight
- Start with therapist-guided reps
Specifications
- Resistance levels
- 3
- Material
- Therapy-grade silicone
- Latex-free
- Yes
- Warranty
- Manufacturer-dependent
Recovery context
Why this matters for your recovery
Shoulder stiffness and limited reach are common with hemiparesis. A door pulley can assist gentle overhead motion when PT clears you — especially if the weak arm needs gravity help.
Often used for Left-side weakness (hemiparesis)
Right hemisphere strokes may also affect attention/neglect — see vision and cognition lists.
Often used for Right-side weakness (hemiparesis)
Combine with aphasia supports if language is also affected.
Use caution if
Stop if shoulder pain or swelling increases Not for use with acute shoulder subluxation without PT plan
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Verified reviews· scraped 2d ago
8 across 1 sites- Caregiver-friendly setup
I'm the caregiver for my husband. This reduced my back strain significantly.
- Honestly a game changer Verified
After my stroke last spring this gave me real independence again. Setup took 5 minutes.
- Good for one-handed use Verified
We use this every morning for safe transfers — no more close calls. Easy to wipe down.
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Product overview
Common home tool for hemiparesis when cleared by PT — uses gravity assist. Gentle shoulder range-of-motion using a door-mounted pulley and handles.
Shoulder stiffness and limited reach are common with hemiparesis. A door pulley can assist gentle overhead motion when PT clears you — especially if the weak arm needs gravity help.
What's included
- Over-Door Shoulder Pulley Kit
- User manual
- Basic tool kit (if applicable)
How to use
- 1. Unbox and check all parts against the manual.
- 2. Set up in the area you'll use it most.
- 3. Practice the motion slowly with a caregiver nearby.
- 4. Clean and store per the included instructions.
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