Supine Internal Rotation and External Rotation

Professional Rationale
This rotator cuff strengthening exercise helps to stimulate the rotator cuff in a stable environment. It is best for massive rotator cuff tears, rotator cuff arthropathy, early strength for post-operative patients, advanced OA, and acute patients who do not tolerate a standing program.

Client Rationale
This exercise it to help you gently strengthen your rotator cuff while the shoulder blade is being supported.



Instructions

• Bring your forearm out, then back to stomach.
• Keep elbow bent to 90 degrees.
• Do not straighten elbow.

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