Scapular Isometric Exercises

Patient position and procedure: Side-lying, prone-lying, or sitting, with the arm supported if necessary. Resist elevation, depression, protraction, or retraction with pressure directly on the scapula in the direction opposite the motion. Depression (lower trapezius). Activation of the lower trapezius is indicated when there is anterior tilting and delayed upward rotation of the scapula often seen with impingement syndromes. Apply resistance against the inferior angle of the scapula . Protraction (serratus anterior). Activation of the serratus anterior is emphasized when there is scapular winging, delayed or incomplete upward rotation of the scapula with GH elevation, or with accelerated downward rotation (“dumping”) of the scapula during arm lowering. Apply resistance against the axillary border of the scapula or coracoid process or indirectly against the humerus positioned in the plane of the scapula . Retraction (rhomboids and trapezius). Activation of the rhomboids and trapezius muscle groups is emphasized when the scapular posture is protracted (abducted), as typically seen with a forward head and increased kyphotic posture. Apply resistance against the medial border of the scapula. #ScapularStability, #ShoulderRehab, #ShoulderPainRelief, #PhysicalTherapy, #RotatorCuffRecovery, #InjuryPrevention, #ShoulderStrength, #PostureCorrection, #MobilityTraining, #StrengthTraining, #FunctionalFitness, #AthleteRecovery, #WorkoutTips, #HomeWorkout, #PainFreeLiving, #MoveBetter, #HealthIsWealth, #FitForLife