EXTERNAL ROTATION SIDE STEPS

This is a rotator cuff strengthening exercise that targets the external shoulder rotators. It is a progressive loading isometric exercise that utilizes a band to add resistance to the shoulder. Step out as far as you can tolerate while retaining good form and hold for 5-10 seconds before stepping back in to reduce the resistance.

Muscles Involved:

• Infraspinatus

• Teres Minor

Related Conditions:

• Rotator Cuff Tear / Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy

• Shoulder Impingement

• Posterior Capsule Impingement

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