SHOULDER SCAPTION TABLE SLIDE

The shoulder scaption table slide is an assisted active range of motion exercise that is focused on improving shoulder scaption through stretching of the shoulder adductors. Start by sitting next to a table so that your chest is 90 degrees to the edge with your hand placed on the table. Place your hand between 30 to 45 degrees forward to operate within the scapular plane. Lean to the side while simultaneously sliding your hand out within the scapular plane. You may engage the rotator cuff by pressing downwards with your hand while sliding out - this is more easily done with a hand towel placed underneath your hand. Maintain the downward pressure as you slide your arm back in while returning to an upright sit position.

Muscles Involved:

• latissimus dorsi

• teres major

• pectoralis major

Related Conditions:

• Rotator Cuff Tear

• Rotator Cuff Tendinitis / Tendinosis

• Shoulder Impingement

• Dynamic Shoulder Instability

• Frozen Shoulder

• Acromioclavicular Joint Sprain / AC Joint Sprain

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