External Rotation Uppercut
Written By David Song
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EXTERNAL ROTATION UPPER CUTS
This is a rotator cuff strengthening exercise that works on dynamic stabilization of the glenohumeral joint. Anchor a band down next to you and grab it with the arm furthest from it. Complete a shoulder flexion motion while keeping the wrist in line with the elbow. Maintain a 90 degrees bend in the elbow. The forearm should be as close to completely vertical as possible during this movement.
Muscles Involved:
Rotator Cuff (Infraspinatus, Teres Minor)
Posterior Deltoids
Trapezius
Related Conditions:
Shoulder Impingement
Dynamic Shoulder Instability
Labral Tear
Rotator Cuff Tear / Tendinopathy / Tendinitis
SLAP Lesion
Posterior Capsule Impingement
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