Scapular Retraction and Depression

Professional Rationale
This exercise ensures appropriate scapular position with any rotator cuff exercise and is the building block of any scapular stabilization and shoulder rehabilitation program. It is an imperative postural retraining exercise.

Client Rationale
This is a basic exercise to 'set' the shoulder blades in the proper position for both postural exercises and shoulder strengthening. You should 'set' the shoulder blades with each shoulder strengthening exercise.



Instructions

• Pull shoulder blades down and together as if you are tucking them in your back pockets.
• Do not hike shoulders.
• Do not squeeze shoulder blades back beyond neutral.

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