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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