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Scapular Retraction
Rotator Cuff Tear
Shoulder
Strength
Strengthens the muscles between the shoulder blades to support the rotator cuff
Table/bed & light weight
Strengthens the muscles between the shoulder blades to support the rotator cuff
Lie on your stomach on a table or bed with your affected arm hanging over the side, holding a 1‑pound weight.
Keep your elbow straight and slowly lift the weight by squeezing your shoulder blade toward the opposite side as far as possible.
Lower slowly to the starting position. Repeat 10 times. Increase the weight gradually in 1‑pound increments as the exercise becomes easier.
10 reps
4 seconds per rep
Basic
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