Supported Shoulder External Rotation

SUPPORTED SHOULDER EXTERNAL ROTATION

The supported shoulder external rotation exercise is used to strengthen the rotator cuff. Start by getting into a seated position with your elbow supported at roughly chest to shoulder height. Anchor a band to a stable object in front of you and grip onto it with your forearm perpendicular to the floor. Complete the exercise by keeping your elbow pinned to the support while rotating the shoulder externally.

Muscles involved:

• teres minor

• infraspinatus

Related conditions:

• rotator cuff tendinopathy

• rotator cuff tear

• shoulder impingement

• acromioclavicular joint sprain

• biceps pulley sling irritation

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