Supraspinatus Massage

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Written By David Song

SUPRASPINATUS MASSAGE

The supraspinatus massage exercise is used to target the rotator cuff muscle responsible for shoulder abduction. Start by placing a massage ball on the muscle belly of the supraspinatus located above the spine of the scapula. Compress the ball into the muscle by leaning backwards into a wall as tolerated. Begin the active release by raising the arm to just above 90 degrees shoulder abduction. Lower the arm to a neutral position then use your other hand to pull the shoulder into adduction behind your back. Repeat for up to 6 repetitions and for up to 2-3 different spots.

Muscles involved:

  • supraspinatus

Related conditions:

  • supraspinatus dysfunction

  • dynamic shoulder instability

  • rotator cuff tendinopathy

  • shoulder impingement

  • biceps sling irritation

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