PROPHYSIOTHERAPY
Physio-Approved Exercise

How to do Prone Y-Raise

Upper Back
Intermediate
Mat
3 sets of 12
Reviewed by Dr. J Mazumdar, BPT · 11 July 2026

Lie face down. Arms extended in a Y (45° above head).

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1
    Lie face down. Arms extended in a Y (45° above head).
  2. 2
    Lift arms slightly. Thumbs up.
  3. 3
    Hold 2 sec. Lower.
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Do
  • Long arms
Don't
  • Do not shrug
Clinically used for
Postural DysfunctionRotator Cuff Injury

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